Midsize Jet - Legacy Production
Hawker 900XP: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
Hawker Beechcraft
Hawker 900XP: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
The Hawker 900XP, produced from 2008 to 2013, is the final and most-advanced variant of the legendary Hawker 800 family, representing the culmination of nearly 50 years of 125-family business jet evolution. Building on all improvements introduced with the 850XP, the 900XP further enhanced fuel efficiency, aerodynamics, comfort, and performance through more powerful Honeywell TFE731-50R turbofan engines, Hawker Beechcraft-designed composite winglets, upgraded Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics with four high-resolution LCD displays, and increased baggage capacity. The 900XP received type certification in August 2007, with deliveries beginning in 2008. Over 280 aircraft were delivered before production ended in 2013 due to Hawker Beechcraft bankruptcy. Powered by the TFE731-50R engines, the 900XP delivers a maximum cruise speed of 450+ ktas, range of 2,800+ nautical miles, and improved hot-and-high and high-altitude performance. The aircraft is operated by two pilots with seating for up to 8-9 passengers. Original MSRP was $16 million; pre-owned market today: $3.5 to $5.5 million.
For operators seeking the most-advanced Hawker 800 family variant with composite winglets and modernized engines, the 900XP represents the platform's commercial pinnacle and the end of an iconic 50-year corporate jet production program.
Hawker 900XP Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | Midsize Jet - Legacy Production |
| Production Status | Discontinued 2013 (final Hawker 800 family variant) |
| Designation | Hawker Beechcraft 900XP |
| Launched | NBAA Convention 2006 |
| Type Certification | August 2007 |
| Service Entry | 2008 |
| Production Years | 2008 to 2013 |
| Total Units Built | 280+ (some sources 183, some 283) |
| Final 125 Family Variant | Yes (production ended due to Hawker Beechcraft bankruptcy) |
| Predecessor | Hawker 850XP (2006-2009) |
| Crew | 2 pilots |
| Passengers (Standard) | 8 |
| Passengers (Max) | 9 (8 + 1 in lavatory) |
| Engines | 2× Honeywell TFE731-50R turbofans |
| Thrust per Engine | ~4,660+ lbf (improved fuel consumption over 850XP) |
| Winglets | Hawker Beechcraft-designed composite |
| Avionics | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 with 4 high-res LCD screens |
| Max Range (NBAA IFR) | 2,800+ nm |
| Max Cruise Speed | 450+ ktas |
| Service Ceiling | 41,000 ft |
| Cabin Length | 21+ ft |
| Cabin Width | Nearly 6 ft |
| Cabin Height | 5'9" (stand-up) |
| Total Baggage Volume | 50 cu ft (increased over 850XP) |
| Climb Rate | 4,500 ft/min |
| Original New Price | $16,000,000 |
| Pre-Owned Price (2025) | $3,500,000 to $5,500,000 |
| Pre-Owned Average | $5,250,000 to $6,250,000 |
| Variable Operating Cost | $2,400/hr (per Air Charter Advisors) |
History as the Final 125-Family Variant
The Hawker 900XP was launched at the 2006 National Business Aviation Association convention and represents the final variant of the legendary 125-family business jet program that began with the de Havilland DH.125 first flight in August 1962 (over 50 years of continuous production).
Platform timeline:
- August 1962: DH.125 first flight
- 2006: Hawker 900XP launched at NBAA Convention
- August 2007: U.S. type certification
- 2007: European certification
- 2008: Deliveries begin
- 2008-2013: Production run (~280+ aircraft)
- 2012: Hawker Beechcraft files for bankruptcy
- 2013: 125-family production ends entirely
- 2014: Textron Aviation acquires Hawker Beechcraft assets
The 900XP marked the end of the longest corporate jet production program in aviation history.
Key Improvements Over Hawker 850XP
The Hawker 900XP retained all 850XP improvements while adding substantial further enhancements:
1. Honeywell TFE731-50R Engines
The defining 900XP improvement:
- Increased thrust at altitude: Better high-altitude performance
- Lower specific fuel consumption: Improved fuel efficiency
- Better hot weather performance: Critical operational benefit
- Improved climb performance: 4,500 ft/min climb rate
- Better cruise speeds: Enhanced performance envelope
2. Hawker Beechcraft-Designed Composite Winglets
The 850XP's winglets were aluminum; the 900XP introduced composite winglets:
- Lighter weight: Better payload-range capability
- Improved aerodynamic efficiency: Better cruise economics
- Modern composite manufacturing: Aerospace-grade
- Distinguishing visual identifier: Even more refined than 850XP
3. Increased Baggage Capacity
- 50 cu ft baggage: Increased over 850XP
- Better internal access: Convenient during flight
- 6 small to medium suitcases: Practical capacity
4. Pro Line 21 With 4 High-Resolution LCDs
Modern avionics suite with display upgrades:
- Four high-res LCD screens: Industry-leading for Hawker
- Modern integration: Standard
- Enhanced situational awareness: Better pilot ergonomics
5. Refined Cabin
- Stand-up headroom along entire cabin length: Premium experience
- Fully adjustable 360° swivel seats: Standard
- Spacious cabin space (class-leading): Per Air Charter Advisors
Cabin Interior
The 900XP cabin features class-leading space per Air Charter Advisors:
| Cabin Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Cabin Length | Over 21 ft |
| Cabin Width | Nearly 6 ft |
| Cabin Height | 5'9" (stand-up headroom entire cabin length) |
| Total Baggage Volume | 50 cu ft |
Standard Configuration
- 8-Passenger Standard: 4-person club + 3-person divan + 1 forward-facing seat
- 9 Maximum: With belted lavatory seat
- Various Layouts Available: Including 6-passenger configurations
- Fully Adjustable 360° Swivel Seats: Standard
- Enclosed Aft Lavatory: Standard
- Internal Baggage Access: 6 small-medium suitcases
Cabin Features
- Spacious cabin (class-leading): Per industry sources
- Stand-up headroom along entire length: Premium feature
- LCD lighting: Modern ambient lighting
- Touch-screen seat controls: Innovative
- Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21: Standard cockpit integration
- WiFi available: Standard for era
Performance
Speed and Range
| Performance Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Cruise Speed | 450+ ktas |
| Range (NBAA IFR) | 2,800+ nm |
| Service Ceiling | 41,000 ft |
| Climb Rate | 4,500 ft/min |
Long-Range Capability
The 900XP excels in:
- Coast-to-coast trips: New York to Seattle workhorse
- Transcontinental travel: Achievable with full payload
- Improved hot-and-high performance: Critical operational benefit
- Better high-altitude cruise: Increased thrust at altitude
Typical Mission Examples
- New York to Seattle (~2,100 nm) - comfortable
- Frankfurt to Dubai (2,800 nm) - achievable
- Singapore to Perth (2,300 nm) - comfortable
- Moscow to Mumbai (~2,800 nm) - achievable
Engines
Two Honeywell TFE731-50R turbofan engines. The TFE731-50R is the most advanced variant of the TFE731 family, with:
- Increased thrust at altitude: Performance critical
- Lower specific fuel consumption: Better economics
- Refined combustion: Lower emissions
- Modern reliability standards: Established TFE731 family
Avionics
Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 with 4 high-resolution LCD screens:
- 4 large LCDs: Best display configuration in Hawker 800 family
- Modern flight management: Integrated
- Synthetic vision: Optional retrofit common
- TCAS II: Standard
- TAWS: Standard
- Modern retrofits: ADS-B Out, WAAS/LPV, Garmin G500/600 retrofits
Operating Costs
| Cost Item | Per Hour |
|---|---|
| Fuel (~250 gph) | $1,750 to $2,250 |
| Engine Reserve | $500 |
| Airframe Maintenance | $700 |
| Misc Variable | $400 |
| Total Variable Cost | ~$3,350 to $3,850/hr |
Annual operating budget at 450 hours: approximately $2.8 to $3.1 million all-in.
Annual budget at 200 hours: approximately $885K ($405K fixed + $480K variable).
Operating cost: $2,400/hr variable per Air Charter Advisors; $10.75/mile.
Charter rates: $4,500 to $6,000 per hour.
Pricing
| Year Range | Price Range |
|---|---|
| 2011 to 2013 Hawker 900XP (final production) | $4,500,000 to $5,500,000 |
| 2008 to 2010 Hawker 900XP (early production) | $3,500,000 to $4,500,000 |
Pre-owned average: $5,250,000 to $6,250,000 (per Air Charter Service USA).
Original new price (production era): $16,000,000.
Mission Profile
Best fit profiles:
- Most-Advanced Hawker 800 Family Variant: Final 125-family aircraft
- Transcontinental and Coast-to-Coast Operations: 2,800+ nm capability
- Charter and Corporate Operators: Modern Hawker workhorse
- Hot-and-High Operators: TFE731-50R engine advantage
- Step-Up From Hawker 850XP: Improved engines, composite winglets
Less suited if:
- You need single-pilot certification (not certified)
- You require modern Garmin G5000 avionics (consider current Citation Latitude or Praetor 500)
- You want 51,000 ft service ceiling
- You need single-aisle access (Hawker has split rear aisle)
- You require modern factory product support (Hawker brand discontinued)
Pros and Cons
What the Hawker 900XP Does Well
- Final 125-family variant (50-year production heritage)
- Honeywell TFE731-50R engines (lower SFC, more altitude thrust)
- Hawker Beechcraft-designed composite winglets
- 2,800+ nm range
- 450+ ktas cruise
- 4,500 ft/min climb rate
- Pro Line 21 with 4 high-res LCDs
- 50 cu ft baggage (increased over 850XP)
- Stand-up cabin entire length
- Class-leading cabin space (per industry)
- 280+ aircraft fleet
- LCD lighting and touch-screen controls
Tradeoffs to Understand
- 41,000 ft service ceiling
- Two-pilot operation required
- Production ended 2013 (Hawker Beechcraft bankruptcy)
- Pro Line 21 dated vs current Garmin G5000
- Hawker brand discontinued (Textron support only)
- Some sources cite production accidents on 900XP (Feb 2024 Grand County, Utah crash)
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Hawker 900XP different from the Hawker 850XP?
The Hawker 900XP (2008) introduced more powerful Honeywell TFE731-50R engines (replacing 850XP's TFE731-5BR), Hawker Beechcraft-designed composite winglets (replacing 850XP's aluminum winglets), increased baggage capacity (50 cu ft), Pro Line 21 with 4 high-resolution LCD displays, and refined cabin. Range improved meaningfully and hot-and-high performance is substantially better.
How many Hawker 900XPs were built?
Sources vary: approximately 183 to 280+ Hawker 900XP aircraft were delivered during the 2008 to 2013 production run before Hawker Beechcraft bankruptcy ended production.
How far can a Hawker 900XP fly?
The Hawker 900XP has a range of 2,800+ nautical miles, making it suitable for transcontinental and long-haul missions like New York to Seattle.
Is the Hawker 900XP single-pilot certified?
No. The Hawker 900XP requires two pilots.
What engines power the Hawker 900XP?
Two Honeywell TFE731-50R turbofan engines. This is the most advanced TFE731 variant, with increased thrust at altitude and lower specific fuel consumption.
Was the 900XP the final Hawker variant?
Yes. The Hawker 900XP was the final variant of the legendary 125-family business jet program. Production ended in 2013 due to Hawker Beechcraft bankruptcy, ending the longest continuous corporate jet production program in aviation history (50+ years from 1962 DH.125 first flight).
What avionics does the Hawker 900XP use?
The 900XP features the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite with four high-resolution LCD screens, the most advanced configuration in the Hawker 800 family. Modern retrofits commonly include ADS-B Out, WAAS/LPV, and various Garmin GPS upgrades.
The Bottom Line
The Hawker 900XP is the final and most-advanced variant of the iconic Hawker 800 family, representing the culmination of nearly 50 years of 125-family business jet evolution. As the final 125-family aircraft before Hawker Beechcraft bankruptcy ended production in 2013, the 900XP delivered TFE731-50R engines, composite winglets, four-screen Pro Line 21 avionics, and 2,800+ nm range capability. With 280+ aircraft built, the platform offers strong operational support through Textron Aviation. At current pre-owned pricing of $3.5 to $5.5 million (vs original $16M MSRP), the 900XP delivers exceptional value as the most-refined Hawker 800-family variant available.
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Related Aircraft Guides:
- Hawker 850XP: Direct Predecessor (Aluminum Winglets, TFE731-5BR)
- Hawker 800XP: Earlier Family Variant (No Factory Winglets)
- Hawker 750: 800XP-Based Variant With External Baggage
Production of the Hawker 900XP ended in 2013 due to Hawker Beechcraft bankruptcy. All acquisitions are pre-owned. Textron Aviation acquired Hawker Beechcraft assets in 2014 and provides parts/support. Specifications accurate as of 2026.