N317PC
Hawker 400XP (Beechcraft 400A / Beechjet 400A) (400A / 400XP)
Beechcraft (Hawker Beechcraft)
4 Hours
Duration of Flight
1519 NM
Range
450 MPH
Max Speed
Gallery
Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2020-06-19| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-21 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-21 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-15 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-15 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-14 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-14 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Hawker 400XP (Beechcraft 400A / Beechjet 400A) (400A / 400XP)
Overview
Registered in the U.S.; listed owner/operator CH AIRCRAFT LLC (Palm Beach, FL). Serial RK-357; common operator/manager references show TurnKey/charter management and a Palm Beach (KPBI) base.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-5R (2965 lbf each)
- Range: 1519 nm
- Cruise: 430 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 45000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical executive 7–8-place club/forward arrangement with enclosed lavatory (interior refit reported 2014 on some listings) Executive executive layout (7–8 passengers), enclosed lavatory; interior refurbishment reported in listings (2014). Avionics: Collins Pro Line (commonly fitted Pro Line avionics on 400XP variants; specific fit may vary by retrofit)
Model & Market Context
This entry covers the airframe registered as N317PC, a 2003-built Hawker 400XP (Beechcraft 400A / Beechjet 400A) with serial RK-357. The airframe was manufactured by Beechcraft (Hawker Beechcraft) and is owned by CH AIRCRAFT LLC, a corporation based in Palm Beach, FL, US, which appears as the operator/home base on registry records. The US-registered airframe has appeared in listings noting an interior refresh on some records and carries an estimated market valuation of $1,400,000. Certificate and registration activity align with typical corporate ownership and private operation patterns for late-model 400XP airframes.
The cabin of N317PC is configured in a typical executive 7–8-place club/forward arrangement with an enclosed lavatory, suitable for corporate transport or charter missions; listings indicate an interior refit reported 2014 on some listings. Avionics fit for this airframe is described as Collins Pro Line equipment, a common fit on 400XP variants though specific retrofit details may vary by individual installation. With its runway and range capability, the airframe is typically operated on short- to medium-haul corporate missions from its Palm Beach, FL base, offering high-speed regional connectivity and executive comfort. Maintenance considerations follow established JT15D-5R engine schedules and airframe inspections customary to 2003-model 400 series jets.
The Hawker 400XP (Beechcraft 400A / Beechjet 400A) family occupies the light-cabin, high-speed end of the light business jet market, offering around 430 kts cruise and transcontinental short-haul capability. Competing models in its niche include the Cessna CJ/Bravo series and early-generation Learjets; buyers often seek 400XP airframes for their blend of speed, cabin comfort, and operating economics. Resale and maintenance considerations for a 2003 airframe such as N317PC include engine and avionics modernization, interior refurbishment history, and adherence to component/AD service bulletins, factors that materially influence market valuation and charter desirability.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N317PC | N228SB | N778K |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | RK-357 | RK-224 | RB-206 |
| Year Manufactured | 2003 | 1999 | 2007 |
| Duration of Flight | 4 Hours | 4 Hours | 3 Hours |
| Range | 1519 NM | 1693 NM | 1350 NM |
| Max Speed | 450 MPH | 468 MPH | 451 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500 to 20,000lbs | 12,500 to 20,000lbs | 12,500 to 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 45000 ft | 45000 ft | 41000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 8 | 7 | 6 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |