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Old May 2, 2007 | 11:18 pm
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Originally Posted by bhd87
Okay honestly, how much does a G550 cost? ....Why would someone choose a G550 over a BBJ?
controller.com has a 2008 with 0 TT for $55million. that's probably base. There's a 2005 on there for $59 million. Which plane depends on the mission. I don't know the specs for a G550 but I remember hearing from a GV pilot that you can fly from KLAX to LHR and have KJFK as the alternate. I doubt a BBJ can do that. (Note, I didnt' check the accuracy of this). Same can be said for why get a King Air when you can get a CJ1+. Well the Pilatus can carry more and is much less expensive to fly and (a guess) much easier to get it certified for single pilot.
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