SyberJet's new SJ36 is redefining what a small jet can do

Hold onto your hats, aviation aficionados. SyberJet Aircraft, headquartered in the sunny skies of Phoenix, Arizona, has just dropped a bombshell that’s set to redefine the very concept of a ‘light jet’.

Meet the all-new SJ36 light jet, a machine so advanced, so ambitious, it practically laughs in the face of conventional categories. This isn't just an upgrade; it's a leap into a future where your 'light jet' thinks it's a mid-size marvel, and frankly, we’re here for it.

Forget everything you thought you knew about light jet limitations. The SyberJet SJ36 isn't just dipping its toes into the future; it's doing a full cannonball. With a projected maximum operating speed of Mach 0.88, this jet is seriously zippy. Couple that with an astounding 3,000-nautical-mile range, and suddenly, those 'impossible' light jet routes like Los Angeles to Hawaii or Washington, D.C. to the Golden State aren't just possible – they're on the menu. Who needs a layover when you've got this kind of reach?

Entire Executive Team Onboard

But speed and range are just appetizers. SyberJet clearly believes that if you're going to fly long distances, you should do so in style and comfort. The single-pilot, nine-seat configuration means you can bring your favorite people (or your entire executive team) along for the ride. And speaking of ride, they’ve managed a 4-foot cabin extension compared to its predecessor, the SJ30-2, ensuring everyone has room to stretch out. Oh, and did we mention sea-level cabin pressure up to 41,000 feet? Say goodbye to ear pop and hello to blissful comfort.

Clever Bits

Now, for the clever bits: the SJ36 comes loaded with tech that makes your smartphone look quaint. Imagine this: remote cabin temperature pre-conditioning via your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Step onto a perfectly chilled or warmed jet, no waiting. Over-the-air updates for avionics, databases, and cabin systems? That's right, your jet just got as smart as your Tesla. Remote flight plan and diagnostics? It’s practically telepathy between you and your aircraft. And for the eco-conscious among us, there's a 14-kilowatt zero-emission auxiliary power unit. Because being groundbreaking shouldn't mean being ground-polluting.

Slash Charter Costs

This isn't just about cool features; it's about smart economics. SyberJet has engineered the SJ36 to bridge the gap between light and midsize jets. The punchline? This could slash charter costs by up to 50% on select nonstop routes. More luxury, more capability, less dent in your wallet. It's almost too good to be true, but SyberJet is making it happen.

At the heart of this technological marvel is SyberJet's all-new, proprietary SyberVision avionics suite and electrical system. This isn't just a fancy screen; it’s an advanced glass-cockpit platform with six high-definition touchscreens, fly-by-wire controls, and an autopilot/autothrottle combo that practically flies itself. Trevor Milton, CEO of SyberJet, has been hands-on, ensuring this isn't just powerful, but intuitive.

"As both a fixed-wing and helicopter-rated pilot, I've been deeply involved in the design of the SJ36 and its avionics," Milton said in a company press release. "Our engineers and company pilots have been instrumental in ensuring our avionics package is more capable and easier to use than any other avionics platform on the market. It has been a long time since a company has introduced an all-new avionics platform designed and built from the ground up."

Flight Testing

So, when can you get your hands on this aerial wizardry? Flight testing for the new avionics is slated for 2027, with certification and first deliveries of the SJ36 light jet targeted for 2032. The projected price tag? A cool $14 million – a bargain for a jet that performs like something twice its size.