Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) announced that the first two Hawker 400XP aircraft are operating on charter certificate in the United Kingdom . The aircraft are in operation with SaxonAir, a Norwich-based private jet charter company, which is the first U.K. charter operator to add the Hawker 400XP to its Air Operators Certificate (AOC). SaxonAir purchased a Hawker 400XP, which is based at its Norwich International Airport headquarters, and is managing a second, which is positioned at Edinburgh Airport in Scotland .
“SaxonAir made an excellent decision to add these two Hawker 400XP aircraft to their charter jet service,” said Sean McGeough, HBC president, Europe, Middle East and Africa region. “The aircraft will provide its customers with an economical and versatile alternative for business trips, while offering a balance of comfort and performance.”
The Hawker 400XP features a spacious interior and is the fastest light business jet in its class with a max cruise speed of 465 knots (535 mph). Its squared oval cabin delivers exceptional head and shoulder room for up to nine passengers, while also providing a quiet and functional space to make in-flight meetings easy and comfortable. Its internal and external baggage capacity is a spacious 73 cubic feet.In related news, Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) also announced it has named Mach Aviation Services as an Authorized Sales Representative in the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. In addition to this appointment, Mach Aviation has been a Hawker Beechcraft Authorized Sales Representative in Ireland since 2007.
“Mach Aviation and its founder, Joe McCarthy, have developed an outstanding reputation as Hawker Beechcraft’s sales representative in Ireland and we are pleased to expand our relationship with them,” said Sean McGeough, HBC president, Europe, Middle East and Africa region. “Mach Aviation combines creativity with exceptional knowledge of business aircraft operations to attract and retain customers. In a competitive sales environment, developing effective customer contact opportunities is extremely important and Mach Aviation does it very well.”
Founded in 2003 by McCarthy, a commercial pilot and aircraft engineer who now serves as the company’s managing director, Mach Aviation is based in Swords, Co. Dublin , Ireland , only a few minutes from Dublin Airport . The firm offers aircraft sales, consultancy and management services, as well as a full charter operation.  For more information, visit www.hawkerbeechcraft.com

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