N872RA

This airframe, registered as N872RA, is a 2008 Hawker Beechcraft 400A (Beechjet 400A) with serial number RK-563 built by Hawker Beechcraft Corp. The aircraft is registered in the US and is owned by A&E HAWKER LP, a partnership based in Santa Ana, CA, US, which serves as the operator/home base for the asset. The airframe’s documented valuation stands at $1,600,000, reflecting market position for late-model 400A examples; routine registry entries and standard U.S. transfer records are noted under the current partnership ownership. No additional notable incidents or unusual registry actions are published for this specific tail number in the supplied data.

The aircraft is configured in a typical executive interior with a 7–10 place club layout, complemented by a compact galley forward and an aft lavatory, matching common business-jet mission profiles for short- to mid-range executive transport. Avionics are fitted with the Collins Pro Line 4 suite, a common fit or retrofit on 400A examples, supporting typical corporate and charter navigation, communication and flight-management requirements. With a high cruise speed and near-45,000 ft ceiling, this airframe is well suited for regional and transcontinental point-to-point missions from its Santa Ana base, offering operator flexibility in scheduling and route planning. Maintenance considerations follow established JT15D-5R engine and 400A airframe programs under partnership ownership.

The Hawker Beechcraft 400A (Beechjet 400A) occupies a light-corporate jet niche characterized by relatively high cruise speeds and transcontinental capability for its class. Competing models typically include other light-cabin jets offering similar range and speed; buyer and charter demand for 400A examples often hinges on avionics fit, interior condition and engine life cycles. Resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe reflect its 2008 build year, Collins Pro Line 4 avionics commonality, and the economics associated with continuing JT15D-5R engine maintenance and overhaul programs.