Airbus ACJ320

The ceo is the original aircraft. It uses CFM56-5B engines and, with auxiliary tanks, flies 4,300 nm (7,963 km). The neo arrived in 2018 with new-generation engines, either the CFM LEAP-1A or the Pratt & Whitney PW1100G, plus aerodynamic refinements. With eight passengers it can fly roughly 6,000 nm (11,100 km), enough for London to Los Angeles, subject to payload and winds.

Of the three, the ACJ320 is the biggest, with the longest cabin and 19 seats in standard layout. The ACJ318 is the smallest and holds steep-approach approval. The ACJ319 has a smaller footprint and more intercontinental range. Clients usually pick the ACJ320 when they want several lounges, a conference area or more than one bedroom, accepting longer runways and higher operating costs in return.

The cabin is large enough for bedrooms, bathrooms with a shower, a dining room or a lounge. Some layouts also include an office, a media room or a gym. Few business jets can offer that range of options, and the ACJ320 can serve as a home or an office in the air. Our advisors can tell you which layout a specific aircraft has.

The usual comparison is with Boeing's BBJ2 (Boeing Business Jet 2), a version of the 737-800. The ACJ320 generally has the larger cabin cross-section and floor area, which gives more freedom in planning a VIP interior. Depending on version, fuel tanks and load, the BBJ2 can match or slightly exceed its range on some non-stop intercontinental missions, so the better choice depends on the specific trip.