Honda unveils HondaJet Echelon light jet at NBAA-BACE
Honda has unveiled the name of its new light jet at the National Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas – the HondaJet Echelon.
Initially…
Honda has unveiled the name of its new light jet at the National Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas – the HondaJet Echelon.
Initially introduced in 2021 as the the HondaJet 2600 Concept in 2021, the Echelon is designed to be the world’s first single-pilot light jet capable of nonstop transcontinental flight across the USA.
It also features electrification and automation of its systems to facilitate augmented pilot capabilities, reduced workload and enhanced safety.
“The HondaJet Echelon was born to create a new category that transcends the travel experience on conventional light jets,” said Hideto Yamasaki Honda Aircraft Company president & CEO. “Expanding mobility skyward has been Honda’s long-lasting dream, and the HondaJet Echelon marks the exciting next chapter while showcasing a classic Honda story of a product that creates new value for people.”
The Echelon is set to offer improved fuel efficiency through aerodynamic innovations and outperform conventional light jets on typical missions by up to 20% and mid-sized jets by over 40%, according to Honda.
Production of the HondaJet Echelon will take place within the existing footprint of Honda Aircraft Company’s facility at its global headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina. Early build processes are scheduled to begin in 2024. The first flight is planned for 2026, followed by type certification anticipated in 2028.
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