Aircraft Guides

Expert Aircraft Reviews and Buyer Guides

Our aircraft guide library provides detailed reviews, specifications, operating costs and buying advice for the most popular business jets and turboprops on the market. Each guide is written by industry specialists to help prospective buyers make informed decisions.

Cessna Citation Series

The Cessna Citation family includes some of the most widely operated business jets in the world, ranging from entry-level light jets to capable midsize platforms.

  • Cessna Citation Jet — The original CJ, an affordable entry point into jet ownership with single-pilot certification and proven reliability.
  • Cessna Citation CJ1 — Upgraded engines and avionics over the original CJ, popular with owner-pilots transitioning from turboprops.
  • Cessna Citation CJ4 — Light jet with midsize range, single-pilot certified, and one of the most capable aircraft in its category.
  • Cessna Citation XLS / XLS+ — A midsize jet combining stand-up cabin comfort with moderate operating costs and strong residual values.

Embraer Business Jets

Embraer produces a comprehensive range of business jets from the entry-level Phenom 100 to the large-cabin Legacy series, all built on commercial aviation engineering standards.

  • Embraer Phenom 100 — An entry-level jet offering modern avionics and low operating costs, ideal for regional travel.
  • Embraer Phenom 300 — The best-selling light jet for over a decade, combining speed, range and cabin comfort in a single platform.
  • Embraer Legacy 500 — The first midsize jet with a flat-floor cabin, now succeeded by the Praetor 500.
  • Embraer Legacy 600 — A large-cabin, long-range jet derived from the ERJ-135 regional aircraft platform.
  • Embraer Legacy 650 — Extended-range variant of the Legacy 600 with updated avionics and interior refinements.

Pilatus Aircraft

Pilatus is a Swiss manufacturer renowned for building versatile, high-performance aircraft that operate from short and unpaved runways worldwide.

  • Pilatus PC-12 — One of the most versatile single-engine turboprops ever built, with jet-like cabin comfort and exceptional short-field performance.
  • Pilatus PC-12 PRO — The latest evolution with Honeywell Epic 2.0 avionics and autothrottle, building on the proven NGX airframe.
  • Pilatus PC-24 — The Super Versatile Jet, uniquely certified for unpaved runway operations and featuring a large cargo door.

Understanding Aircraft Categories

Not sure which type of aircraft suits your requirements? Our category overview explains the differences between light jets, midsize jets, large-cabin jets and turboprops.

For personalised advice on which aircraft best matches your travel requirements and budget, contact Aviator Aircraft Sales or call +44 (0)207 112 9263.