N959AH

Honda HA-420 HondaJet Elite (Elite)

Honda Aircraft Company

3 Hours

Duration of Flight

1437 NM

Range

422 MPH

Max Speed

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Aircraft Class
Aircraft Class
Under 12,500lbs
Max passengers
Max passengers
5
Range
Range
1437 NM
Service Ceiling
Service Ceiling
43000 ft
Duration of Flight
Duration of Flight
3 Hours
Max Speed
Max Speed
422 MPH

Basic Information

Year Manufactured2020
LocationGreensboro, NC
Registration NumberN959AH
OwnershipAmerican Honda Motor Co Inc
Serial Number42000198

Airframe

Data valid as of 2023-03-28
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Honda HA-420 HondaJet Elite (Elite)

Overview

Registered in the United States to American Honda Motor Co Inc. Manufacturer model listed as HONDA AIRCRAFT CO LLC HA-420. Certificate action dated 2023-03-28; airworthiness dated 2020-10-28.

Specifications

  • Engines: 2× GE Honda HF120 (2050 lbf each)
  • Range: 1437 nm
  • Cruise: 422 kts
  • Seats: 5
  • Ceiling: 43000 ft

Operations & Cabin

1 crew + 4–5 passengers typical executive layout (5-passenger standard) Standard Elite executive interior with externally serviceable lavatory and optional galley packages; baggage ~66 cu ft combined (nose + aft). Configuration and trim may vary by individual airframe. Avionics: Garmin G3000 integrated flight deck (triple displays, touchscreen controllers)

Model & Market Context

This airframe, registered as N959AH, is a 2020-built Honda HA-420 HondaJet Elite with manufacturer serial number 42000198. The aircraft is owned by American Honda Motor Co Inc, a corporation based in Greensboro, NC, and is registered in the US. The airframe appears in company service records following delivery in 2020, and no public valuation has been reported for this specific airframe. Condition highlights are limited to manufacturer-built specification data and company ownership; there are no publicly noted incidents or registry actions beyond standard U.S. registration.

The aircraft is typically outfitted in an executive configuration with 1 crew + 4–5 passengers typical executive layout (5-passenger standard), accommodating five passengers in its standard layout. Cabin operations are supported by a Garmin G3000 integrated flight deck featuring triple displays and touchscreen controllers, providing a modern avionics suite for single-pilot or two-crew operation depending on operator policy. Operated by American Honda Motor Co Inc out of Greensboro, NC, the airframe is suited to regional corporate missions and point-to-point executive travel within its 1,437 nm range and high-speed cruise of 422 kts. Maintenance and operational considerations align with light turbine twin practices for the GE Honda HF120 powerplants and Garmin G3000 avionics, with company-based support logistics managed by the corporate owner.

The Honda HA-420 HondaJet Elite occupies the light business jet niche, offering high cruise speed, efficient range for regional missions, and a cabin tailored to executive use. With twin GE Honda HF120 turbofans producing 2,050 lbf each and a service ceiling of 43,000 ft, the type competes with other light jets in performance and operating economics. Buyer and charter demand for this model typically emphasizes owner-operators and corporate flight departments seeking modern avionics and efficient point-to-point capability. Resale and maintenance considerations focus on engine lifecycle management and avionics support for the Garmin G3000-equipped fleet.

Aircraft Comparison

ParameterN959AHN103HJN103JT
Serial Number (MSN)420001984200016242000163
Year Manufactured202020192019
Duration of Flight3 Hours3 Hours3 Hours
Range1437 NM1223 NM1437 NM
Max Speed422 MPH422 MPH422 MPH
Aircraft ClassUnder 12,500lbsUnder 12,500lbsUnder 12,500lbs
Service Ceiling43000 ft43000 ft43000 ft
Max Passengers566
Cabin ComfortNo items found.No items found.No items found.

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