Charter a Hawker 1000

The Hawker 1000 is the flagship and longest-range member of the Hawker 800 family - a lineage that traces back to the de Havilland DH.125 Jet Dragon of 1963, one of the most enduring business jet designs in aviation history. British Aerospace launched the BAe 125-1000 in 1990, with the first flight on 16 June 1990, as a stretched, longer-range intercontinental development of the 800 series using the newly developed Pratt and Whitney Canada PW305 turbofan and new digital avionics. Following Raytheon's purchase of British Aerospace's Business Jet Division in 1993, the type was renamed the Hawker 1000. Production ran from 1993 to 1997, with 52 aircraft completed before the programme was discontinued. The price differential of approximately $3 million above the Hawker 800XP was the primary commercial challenge.

The Hawker 1000 cabin measures 7.44 m long, 1.83 m wide and 1.77 m high - the longest cabin in the Hawker 800 family, with 14 windows per side versus 12 on the Hawker 800XP. The Honeywell SPX-8000 dual-channel fail-operational digital flight system with five EDZ-818 EFIS flat panels, Primus 870 Doppler weather and turbulence radar, and Automatic Performance Reserve (APR) on the PW305 engines distinguish the avionics and powerplant specification. Maximum range is 3,098 nm (5,737 km) NBAA IFR - sufficient for Paris to Dubai or New York to London non-stop. Two variants were produced: the Hawker 1000A for North American operators and the Hawker 1000B for the rest of the world. Charter prices start from approximately £3,200 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Hawker 1000?

• 3,098 nm range - longest in the Hawker 800 family; Paris to Dubai non-stop. The Hawker 1000 achieves 3,098 nm (5,737 km) NBAA IFR range - significantly more than the Hawker 800XP's approximately 2,540 nm - enabling Paris to Dubai, New York to London and London to Mumbai non-stop. The additional range comes from a stretched fuselage accommodating more fuel and the PW305 engines' FADEC-optimised efficiency. Ferry range extends to 3,530 nm (5,834 km). At 400 kt long-range cruise at FL410, the Hawker 1000 provides a genuine intercontinental option at super-midsize operating economics rather than at large-cabin jet rates;
• Longest cabin in the Hawker 800 family - 7.44 m with 14 windows per side. The Hawker 1000 cabin is approximately 1 m longer than the Hawker 800XP, providing a 7.44 m (24.4 ft) interior with 14 windows per side - two more per side than the 800XP. The additional cabin length allows a four-club forward section, a centre individual seat and a three-seat divan at the rear - comfortably accommodating 8 passengers in the standard layout with a ninth available via the enclosed lavatory seat. Air Charter Service described the resulting interior as feeling "more spacious than other super midsize jets";
• Traditional or biomorphic interior design - unique to the Hawker 1000A and 1000B. Unlike the Hawker 800 series, the Hawker 1000 offered a choice of interior design philosophy: traditional club-seat layout, or the biomorphic design with smooth curves designed to increase perceived space and passenger comfort. The biomorphic option was unique to the 1000 series within the Hawker family and was specifically developed to address the passenger experience on the longer intercontinental sectors the Hawker 1000 was designed for. Both layouts maintain the 1.83 m cabin width and 1.77 m stand-up height throughout;
• PW305 with FADEC and Automatic Performance Reserve - improved hot-and-high performance over Hawker 800. The Pratt and Whitney Canada PW305 engines on the Hawker 1000 introduce FADEC and the Automatic Performance Reserve (APR) feature - which allows the hot-day temperature margins of the engines to be used for extra thrust on takeoff, not just for single-engine scenarios as on competing jets. Air Charter Advisors noted this produced "a fairly low increase (thirty-six percent) in runway distance at high altitude." The PW305 also introduced a lower exhaust velocity design producing 90 EPNdB noise footprint of just 1.6 square miles - compared to 4.2 square miles for a typical twin turboprop;
• Honeywell SPX-8000 fail-operational avionics with Primus 870 Doppler turbulence system. The Hawker 1000 SPX-8000 dual-channel digital flight system was a generation ahead of many competing aircraft at introduction. Five EDZ-818 flat panel EFIS displays, the Primus 870 Doppler weather and turbulence system (which detects clear-air turbulence, not just precipitation), WX-970 weather radar, LSZ lightning sensor and Bendix/King KHF HF communications provide the full avionics stack. The dual-channel fail-operational architecture means the flight management system can continue operating after a single channel failure - a standard more commonly associated with larger transport aircraft;
• 72 ft³ baggage and refreshment centre - practical specification for 8-passenger intercontinental missions. The 72 ft³ (2.04 m³) baggage hold accommodates approximately 12 suitcases - a practical increase over the Hawker 800XP for the longer sectors the Hawker 1000 targets. Air Charter Advisors noted the full-width enclosed lavatory and refreshment centre are retained in the lengthened fuselage without compromising the passenger seating layout. Entertainment is comprehensive: CD/DVD players, headsets, telephone, Airshow flight information system and TV monitors are standard on most configured aircraft.

Charter cost - Hawker 1000 prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £3,200 to £4,000 - in the super-midsize category, below Gulfstream G280 and Challenger 350 rates, reflecting the Hawker 1000's 52-aircraft fleet, pre-owned availability and proven Hawker 800 series platform reliability. For 6 to 9 passengers on UK-to-Gulf and transatlantic missions, the Hawker 1000 provides the longest range in the Hawker family at competitive super-midsize rates.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to New York - from £32,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 7 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Dubai - from £27,200 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Geneva - from £8,000 (8 passengers, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes);
• London to Mumbai - from £32,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 8 hours);
• London to Riyadh - from £24,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 5 hours 30 minutes);
• Edinburgh to Istanbul - from £14,400 (8 passengers, approximately 3 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Lagos - from £30,400 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours).

Empty Leg flights appear on repositioning routes. See our Empty Legs page for current availability.

Ideal routes for the Hawker 1000

Best matched to intercontinental and Gulf missions where 3,098 nm range, the longest Hawker cabin and proven PW305 performance serve groups of 6 to 9 at competitive super-midsize rates:

• London to Gulf non-stop (5.5 to 7 hours) - the Hawker 1000's primary advantage over the 800XP. Dubai, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Doha are all within comfortable non-stop range. The 558 nm range advantage of the Hawker 1000 over the Hawker 800XP is most valuable on Gulf routing, where the 800XP may require a fuel stop and the Hawker 1000 does not. At 400 kt long-range cruise at FL410, the crew can optimise for fuel efficiency on these longer sectors while the refreshment centre and three-seat divan at the rear provide full in-flight service throughout;
• Transatlantic non-stop at lighter loads (7 to 8 hours). New York to London and London to New York non-stop are within range at standard charter loads of 6 to 7 passengers, depending on winds. At 3,098 nm NBAA IFR range the Hawker 1000 covers these sectors with a margin. The 14-window cabin provides natural light throughout the crossing. The biomorphic interior option specifically addressed passenger comfort on long overnight sectors of this duration;
• UK to South Asia and East Africa (7 to 9 hours). Mumbai, Colombo, Nairobi and Addis Ababa are all within range. For groups of 6 to 8 on South Asia and East Africa business missions, the Hawker 1000 provides the intercontinental reach at super-midsize rates. The 72 ft³ baggage hold accommodates the full luggage requirement of an 8-passenger group on week-long international trips;
• European hub-to-hub missions where cabin length and windows matter. Paris, Frankfurt, Geneva, Zurich, Amsterdam and Rome are all within 1 to 2 hours. For groups of 8 to 9 on European corporate shuttle missions, the Hawker 1000's 7.44 m cabin provides the most space in the Hawker family at comparable hourly rates. The Airshow flight information system and entertainment stack make shorter European sectors comfortable for the full 9-passenger group;
• High-frequency programmes where Hawker 800 series reliability and parts availability matter. The Hawker 1000's mechanical and avionics systems are substantially shared with the much larger Hawker 800 fleet - providing a depth of operator experience, parts availability and MRO network that a 52-aircraft type certificate holder benefits from far beyond what its own production numbers suggest. For corporate clients evaluating aircraft reliability on high-frequency programmes, the Hawker 800 series operational base is a practical performance guarantee.

Cabin and in-flight experience

The Hawker 1000 cabin measures 7.44 m long, 1.83 m wide and 1.77 m high - stand-up height throughout. Fourteen windows per side (two more than the Hawker 800XP) provide natural light across the full 7.44 m length. Standard layout seats 8 passengers: four in a forward double-club, one individual centre seat and a three-seat rear divan. A ninth seat is available via the enclosed full-width aft lavatory with belted seat. Two design philosophies are available: traditional or biomorphic, with the latter's smooth curves specifically designed to increase perceived cabin space on long intercontinental sectors.

A refreshment centre provides full in-flight catering capability. Cabin noise at cruise is 81 dB(A). Cabin pressure differential is 8.6 psi, maintaining a sea-level atmosphere to 22,200 ft. Entertainment includes CD/DVD players, headsets, telephone, Airshow information system and TV monitors on most configured aircraft. The Honeywell SPX-8000 avionics, Primus 870 Doppler turbulence system and 5 EDZ-818 EFIS panels equip the flight deck. Fuel burn at cruise is 260 gph (1,400 lb/hr).

• Cabin. 7.44 m x 1.83 m x 1.77 m; 14 windows per side; stand-up throughout;
• Layout. 4-club + 1 + 3-seat divan = 8 standard; 9th seat in enclosed aft lavatory;
• Design. Traditional or biomorphic (unique to Hawker 1000 series);
• Noise. 81 dB(A) at cruise;
• Pressurisation. 8.6 psi differential; sea-level to 22,200 ft;
• Entertainment. CD/DVD; headsets; telephone; Airshow; TV monitors;
• Baggage. 72 ft³ / 2.04 m³ (approximately 12 suitcases);
• Avionics. Honeywell SPX-8000; 5x EDZ-818 EFIS; Primus 870 Doppler; WX-970 radar; LSZ lightning sensor;
• Engines. 2 x PW305/PW305B (5,255 lbf; FADEC; APR); 260 gph fuel burn.

Technical specifications

Hawker 1000 vs similar aircraft

• Hawker 1000 vs Hawker 800XP. The Hawker 800XP shares the same 1.83 m cabin width and the same Hawker 800 platform but has a shorter cabin (6.5 m vs 7.44 m), 12 windows per side (vs 14), approximately 2,540 nm range (vs 3,098 nm) and lower charter rates. The Hawker 1000 counters with 558 nm more range, the longer 7.44 m cabin, 14-window natural lighting, the biomorphic interior option, PW305 FADEC engines with APR and the Honeywell SPX-8000 fail-operational avionics. For missions within 2,540 nm the Hawker 800XP is the more economical choice; for Gulf and transatlantic missions the Hawker 1000's range advantage is operationally decisive;
• Hawker 1000 vs Challenger 350. The Challenger 350 has a wider cabin (2.18 m vs 1.83 m), more modern Garmin G5000 avionics and a stronger global Bombardier support network. Charter rates for the Challenger 350 run approximately 15 to 20% higher. The Hawker 1000 counters with a longer cabin (7.44 m vs 7.33 m), 3,098 nm range (comparable), the biomorphic interior option, lower charter rates and the operational depth of the Hawker 800 series MRO network behind its systems and powerplant;
• Hawker 1000 vs Gulfstream G280. The G280 has more range (3,600 nm vs 3,098 nm), higher cruise speed and more modern avionics. Charter rates for the G280 run approximately 20 to 30% higher. The Hawker 1000 counters with a longer cabin (7.44 m vs 6.97 m G280 cabin), 9 vs 10 maximum passengers (comparable), the biomorphic interior option and substantially lower charter rates that make the Hawker 1000 one of the most cost-effective options for 8-passenger intercontinental missions in the super-midsize category.

Frequently asked questions - Hawker 1000 charter

How much does it cost to charter a Hawker 1000?
Charter rates run from approximately £3,200 to £4,000 per flight hour. London to Dubai non-stop costs from £27,200 for 8 passengers. London to New York costs from £32,000. London to Geneva costs from £8,000. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

What is the difference between the Hawker 1000 and Hawker 800XP?
The Hawker 1000 extends the Hawker 800XP's cabin by approximately 1 m to 7.44 m, adds 14 windows per side (vs 12), increases range to 3,098 nm (vs approximately 2,540 nm), upgrades the engines to PW305 with FADEC and Automatic Performance Reserve, and introduces the Honeywell SPX-8000 fail-operational avionics with Primus 870 Doppler turbulence system. The biomorphic interior design option is unique to the Hawker 1000 series. Charter rates are typically 10 to 20% higher for the Hawker 1000.

What are the Hawker 1000A and 1000B variants?
The Hawker 1000A was produced for North American operators; the Hawker 1000B was produced for operators outside North America and uses PW305B engines. Both variants share the same cabin dimensions, avionics and performance figures. The biomorphic interior design option was available on both. Production of both variants ran from 1993 to 1997 with 52 total aircraft built.

How many passengers can fly on a Hawker 1000?
Eight in standard configuration: four in a forward double-club, one individual centre seat and a three-seat rear divan. A ninth passenger can be accommodated using the enclosed aft lavatory's belted seat. The 7.44 m cabin with 14 windows per side and stand-up 1.77 m height accommodates 8 passengers comfortably on intercontinental sectors of 7 to 8 hours.

Can the Hawker 1000 fly London to New York non-stop?
Yes - at 3,098 nm NBAA IFR range the Hawker 1000 covers London to New York (approximately 3,450 nm) non-stop at lighter loads of 6 to 7 passengers and with favourable tailwinds. At standard charter loads of 8 passengers, a fuel stop may be required depending on winds. London to Dubai (approximately 3,400 nm) is non-stop at standard loads. Confirm routing and payload with Private Jets UK before booking.