N500CZ
Raytheon 390 Premier I
Raytheon Aircraft Company
3 Hours
Duration of Flight
1430 NM
Range
461 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2022-07-28| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-07 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-06 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-03 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-02 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-08-27 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-08-10 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Raytheon 390 Premier I
Overview
Raytheon 390 (Premier I), serial RB-98. Registered to N500CZ LLC, Tucson AZ. Certificate issued 2022-07-28; registration valid.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Williams FJ44-2A (2300 lbf each)
- Range: 1430 nm
- Cruise: 451 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical 2‑crew / 6–8 passenger executive layout (club seating common); compact executive cabin Avionics: Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 (typical for Premier I)
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N500CZ, is a 2004-built Raytheon 390 Premier I with serial number RB-98. The airframe is registered in the United States and is owned by the corporate operator N500CZ LLC, based in Tucson, AZ, US; the registration record lists the entity as a corporation. Registered to N500CZ LLC is the only recorded ownership event in the provided data. The aircraft is a fixed‑wing multi‑engine executive jet in typical corporate configuration; valuation and condition highlights: Not published.
The airframe is configured for a typical two‑crew and six–to–eight passenger executive layout, with compact, club‑style seating common to the Premier I cabin environment. Avionics fit for this model is typically the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21, providing integrated flight management, communications, and navigation systems suitable for corporate and charter operations. Based in Tucson, AZ, the operator profile implied by corporate ownership suggests use for private corporate transport, point‑to‑point regional missions and business trips within the aircraft’s transcontinental range capability. Maintenance considerations follow the Premier I’s light‑jet support structure, with attention to the Williams FJ44 engine program and airframe inspections appropriate to a 2004 serial, but specific maintenance status for this airframe is not published.
The Raytheon 390 Premier I occupies the light‑jet niche offering high cruise speed and a pressurized, compact executive cabin for short‑to‑mid‑range missions. With a cruise speed of 451 kt and range of 1,430 nm, it competes with other light jets that balance speed and operating cost, attracting owner‑operators and charter operators needing rapid regional transport. Typical market considerations for this model include engine program support for the Williams FJ44 series, avionics updates or retrofits to maintain Pro Line 21 capabilities, and the usual resale factors tied to serial/age and maintenance history.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N500CZ | N100HL | N100WE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | RB-98 | 258345 | RB-45 |
| Year Manufactured | 2004 | 1997 | 2002 |
| Duration of Flight | 3 Hours | 6 Hours | 3 Hours |
| Range | 1430 NM | 2470 NM | 1460 NM |
| Max Speed | 461 MPH | 447 MPH | 454 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500 to 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | 12,500-19,999lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 41000 ft | 41000 ft | 41000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |