N789RJ
Honda HA-420 HondaJet
Honda Aircraft Company
3 Hours
Duration of Flight
1223 NM
Range
425 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2025-11-26| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-11-15 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Honda HA-420 HondaJet
Overview
2019 Honda HA-420 (HondaJet) registered N789RJ to Andersen Air LLC; sustained substantial damage in an aborted nighttime takeoff at KSLC on 2022-11-15.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× GE Honda HF120 (2050 lbf each)
- Range: 1223 nm
- Cruise: 422 kts
- Seats: 6
- Ceiling: 43000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical: 1 crew + 5 pax; Alternative: 1 crew + 6 pax Executive club seating, private aft lavatory, leather finishes, 66 cu ft combined baggage Avionics: Honda-customized Garmin G3000
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N789RJ, is a 2019-built Honda HA-420 HondaJet with manufacturer's serial number 42000172. The jet was produced by Honda Aircraft Company and is recorded in the U.S. registry as owned by the corporate entity Andersen Air LLC. Its certification and entry into service reflect a 2019 build year and the airframe is listed with a market valuation of $4,850,000. No other public registry relocations or base-of-operations changes are provided; any notable registry actions remain not published beyond the recorded ownership and U.S. registration.
The cabin of this specific Honda HA-420 is fitted for a typical layout of 1 crew + 5 pax, with an authorized alternative arrangement for 1 crew + 6 pax, reflecting flexible seating for light business or shuttle missions. Avionics installed are a Honda-customized Garmin G3000, supporting integrated flight management, touchscreen control and advanced situational awareness for single-pilot or two-pilot operation. With a cruise speed of 422 kts and a range of 1,223 nm, this aircraft is well suited to short-to-medium stage corporate missions, point-to-point regional hops, and time-sensitive transfer flights from a U.S. base. Maintenance considerations align with twin HF120 turbofan support requirements and OEM Honda Aircraft Company programs; any specific maintenance history for this serial is not published.
The Honda HA-420 HondaJet occupies the light twin business jet niche, emphasizing a combination of high cruise speed, an elevated ceiling and advanced ergonomics relative to older entrants. Competing models in its class typically include other very light and light jets offering similar mission capability; purchaser and charter demand favors efficient, fast point-to-point operations which this airframe’s 422 kts cruise and 43,000 ft ceiling serve. Resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe reflect the presence of GE Honda HF120 engines, manufacturer support from Honda Aircraft Company, and the impact of its documented ownership by Andersen Air LLC on traceable title and operator records.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N789RJ | N103HJ | N103JT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 42000172 | 42000162 | 42000163 |
| Year Manufactured | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 |
| Duration of Flight | 3 Hours | 3 Hours | 3 Hours |
| Range | 1223 NM | 1223 NM | 1437 NM |
| Max Speed | 425 MPH | 422 MPH | 422 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Under 12,500lbs | Under 12,500lbs | Under 12,500lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 43000 ft | 43000 ft | 43000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |