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Hawker 800A

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The Hawker 800A is a legendary midsize jet, pioneering the all-digital cockpit and renowned for its stand-up headroom. It delivers exceptional transcontinental range and a robust, reliable performance envelope for premium executive travel.

The Transcontinental Classic

Overview

The Hawker 800A (Model 125-800 series), introduced around 1984/1985, was a definitive evolution of the successful British Aerospace 125 family, engineered to excel in both transcontinental range and passenger comfort. Its design was revolutionary for its era, as it was one of the first business jets to feature an all-digital cockpit upon its debut, utilizing the sophisticated Honeywell SPZ-8000 Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS). This shift provided the flight crew with superior situational awareness, setting a new standard for modern flight assurance. The jet was powered by more efficient Garrett/Honeywell TFE731-5R engines (4,300 lbf thrust each), and coupled with an aerodynamic redesign, this upgrade dramatically boosted its range to over 2,700 nautical miles, allowing for non-stop transcontinental missions. The 800A retained the spacious, wide fuselage that offers 5,9 feet of stand-up headroom and a 6-foot width, maximizing passenger comfort in a robust airframe. This blend of a comfortable, stand-up interior with pioneering digital technology and true long-range performance cemented the Hawker 800A as a dominant force in the midsize jet market.

Long-Range Comfort

Luxury interior

The Hawker 800A interior is engineered for transcontinental executive travel. Its wide, spacious fuselage provides genuine stand-up headroom and superior shoulder room, easily accommodating 8 passengers in a plush double-club configuration for maximum comfort and productivity on long-haul missions.

True Stand-Up Cabin

The 800A provides genuine 5,9 feet of headroom and a continuous flat floor. This superior height enhances passenger mobility and ensures a spacious, comfortable environment for the entire journey.

Superior Shoulder and Hip Room

The spacious 6-foot width of the cabin cross-section maximizes shoulder room and passenger comfort. This wide body is a signature feature that comfortably accommodates 8 passengers in club seating.

Full Transcontinental Amenities

The long cabin easily accommodates a double club seating arrangement, a dedicated refreshment center, and a fully enclosed aft lavatory, optimizing the space for rest and high-level productivity.

Key Specifications & Performance

Technical Characteristics

The Hawker 800A delivers superb range and flight performance, making it a reliable solution for transcontinental executive travel.

Performance

Maximum Cruise Speed

447 knots (828 km/h)

Maximum Range

2,713 nautical miles (5,025 km)

Service Ceiling

41,000 feet (12,497 m)

Takeoff Distance

5,600 feet (1,707 m)

Landing Distance

2,750 feet (838 m)

Rate of Climb

4,200 feet/minute (1,280 meters/minute)

Capacity

Passengers

13 (Typical configuration is 8)

Crew

2 (Pilot & Co-Pilot)

Cabin Volume

604 cubic feet (17.1 cubic meters)

Cabin Dimensions

Length: 21,4 ft (6,5 m)

Width: 6,0 ft (1,83 m)

Height: 5,9 ft (1,75 m)

Fuel & Engines

Fuel Capacity

10,030 pounds (4,550 kg)

Engines

2 x Honeywell TFE731-5R-1H

Twin turbofans known for their high reliability, low specific fuel consumption, and high thrust (4,300 lbf), optimized for efficient long-range cruise.

Thrust (each)

4,300 pounds of thrust (19.13 kN)

Cargo & Access

Cargo Door Size

Luggage is stored entirely in an internal aft closet/area, which is accessible to passengers during the entire flight. There is no external tailcone baggage compartment.

Baggage Compartment

48 cubic feet (1.36 cubic meters)

Approximately 6–8 standard suitcases or soft bags.

Digital Flight and In-Flight Utility

Key feature

The Hawker 800A excels by seamlessly blending pioneering technology with passenger-focused utility. These two features deliver superior flight assurance and unmatched convenience, ensuring the aircraft is a dependable and comfortable platform for high-level transcontinental missions.

Internal, Accessible Baggage

Passenger Comfort & Experience

For maximum passenger convenience, the Hawker 800A utilizes a unique interior configuration where all luggage is stored in an aft compartment that is accessible during the entire flight.3 Unlike many midsize jets that rely on external tailcone storage, this feature provides unparalleled utility. Passengers can retrieve briefcases, coats, laptops, or personal items from the baggage area at any point during the journey, without waiting for the ground crew after landing. While the total volume (48 cu ft) is ample for a typical 8-passenger executive mission, the true value lies in the in-flight accessibility. This thoughtful design maximizes passenger convenience, minimizes schedule delays by speeding up offloading time on the ramp, and ensures a seamless, frustration-free travel experience. This utility, combined with the aircraft’s generous stand-up cabin, optimizes comfort and efficiency across long-haul routes.

Pioneering Digital Cockpit

Safety & Operational Advantage

The Hawker 800A was one of the first business jets in the world to feature an all-digital, high-resolution cockpit upon its debut. Utilizing the sophisticated Honeywell SPZ-8000 Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS), this aircraft leapfrogged its analog contemporaries, providing the flight crew with vastly superior situational awareness, cleaner navigation data, and significantly reduced workload. This technological superiority is a direct benefit to the charter client, assuring them that their flight is managed by a modern, reliable, and precise digital platform. The EFIS system consolidates critical flight information, enhancing safety and decision-making precision, particularly on demanding long-range missions. This pioneering digital integration cemented the Hawker 800A's reputation for flight assurance and reliability, providing a stable, confident experience across long-range executive missions.

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