Cirrus Aircraft has unveiled a re-imagined Vision Jet – the G2+ Vision Jet – featuring optimized engine performance for expanded mission capabilities, Gogo InFlight WiFi, and more.
“The G2+ Vision Jet is the next step in continuing to transform personal aviation,” said Zean Nielsen, CEO at Cirrus Aircraft. “The enhancements to both the takeoff performance capabilities in hot and high conditions and the InFlight WiFi connected passenger experience ensure that the Vision Jet continues to exceed the evolving needs of our owners, both present and future.”
With the G2+ Vision Jet, the Williams FJ33-5A engine has been “finely tuned” with an optimized thrust profile that provides up to 20% increased performance during takeoff, according to company officials. The optimized performance joins the expanded flight envelope to FL310, launched with the G2 Vision Jet in 2019, officials add.
Available for the first time on the G2+ Vision Jet, Gogo InFlight WiFi adds connectivity while in the air using Gogo’s AVANCE L3 system. The added convenience of USB-C ports keeps devices charged, company officials noted.
As an added convenience for owners, the initial Gogo InFlight WiFi subscription can be included in the JetStream ownership program. JetStream goes beyond a standard warranty to provide the added benefits of normal wear replacement, recurrent training, direct support, subscription services, and more, Cirrus officials explain.
Launched in 2016, the Vision Jet features panoramic windows, reclining seats, and the only turbine aircraft with a whole airframe parachute system as standard equipment.
In early 2019, the company announced the launch of the G2 Vision Jet, with increased cruise altitude, speed and range, along with a newly upgraded Perspective Touch+ by Garmin flight deck. In addition to the upgrades, several innovative technologies were added to the G2 Vision Jet, including a category-first Autothrottle, Flight Stream connectivity, and more, company officials said.
The Vision Jet experienced further evolution with FAA and EASA certification of Safe Return Emergency Autoland — a new system from Garmin that allows passengers to land the Vision Jet with the touch of a button in emergency situations.
The worldwide fleet includes more than 265 Vision Jets with more than 500 Type Ratings issued for the aircraft.
Deliveries for the G2+ Vision Jet are planned to begin in August 2021. Price for a “fully loaded” jet are $2.98 million.