Eclipse 500 Private Jet Charter
The Eclipse 500 is a very light jet seating up to 6 passengers, with a 2,084 km (1,125 nm) range and a 741 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $1,800 per hour.
Eclipse 500 overview
Eclipse Aviation introduced the 500 in 2006. It belongs to the Very Light Jet class, powered by 2 Pratt & Whitney Canada PW610F engines. With a 2,084 km range and seating for up to 6, it suits regional and medium-haul charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the 500 with no membership fees.
Operators list the Eclipse 500 as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any very light jet: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Eclipse 500 business jet specifications, hourly charter rates and the routes it is actually flown on. The rest of the range is on the Eclipse Aviation page.
How much does it cost to charter a 500?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
500 specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 2,084 km / 1,125 nm
- Cruise speed
- 741 km/h / Mach 0.61
- Service ceiling
- 41,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 2,312 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- Pratt & Whitney Canada
- Model
- PW610F
- Type
- Turbofan
- Count
- 2
Cabin & dimensions
- Passengers (typical)
- 4
- Passengers (max)
- 6
- Cabin length
- 12.9 ft
- Cabin height
- 4 ft
- Baggage
- 16 cu ft
Weights
- Max takeoff
- 6,000 lb
- Empty weight
- 3,849 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Eclipse 500 Actually Flies
Observed movements from ADS-B tracking, not manufacturer claims.
Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months: we logged 260 movements by this type across 17 airports — about 22 a month, or 0% of all business aviation movements we observe.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular 500 routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Eclipse 500 actually fly?
We tracked 260 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 17 airports — roughly 22 a month, or 0% of all business aviation movements in our data.
Where is the Eclipse 500 based most often?
The airports where this type turns up most are Saint Peter Port, Bangor, Albuquerque, Vero Beach. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.
Which routes does the Eclipse 500 fly most?
Its busiest tracked sectors are Las Vegas–Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara–Las Vegas, Pittsburgh–Nashville. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.
How much does it cost to charter a 500?
Charter rates for the Eclipse 500 typically run $1,800–$2,700 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.
How far can the 500 fly?
The 500 has a maximum range of approximately 2,084 km (1,125 nautical miles) with 4 passengers — enough for regional and medium-haul routes.
How many passengers does the 500 seat?
The Eclipse 500 typically seats 4 passengers and up to 6 in a high-density layout, with 1 crew.
How fast is the 500?
The 500 cruises at up to 741 km/h (400 knots, Mach 0.61), with a service ceiling of 41,000 ft.
How much does a 500 cost to buy?
A pre-owned Eclipse 500 typically sells for $1,200,000–$2,200,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $1,300.
Charter the 500
Tell us the route and dates — we come back with availability and a firm price for the 500 or the closest aircraft in its class.
