The name Boeing is, of course, well known to air travelers. Boeing and Airbus between them dominate commercial aircraft. Both have seen bad years. But, with the announcement of their revolutionary 787 Dreamliner made from lightweight composites that offer dramatically lower fuel consumption, Boeing is definitely on top. Airbus’ financial troubles haven’t hurt them either.
Nevertheless, making jets for average consumer flights isn’t the only thing Boeing does. They have a line of business jets that are equally well regarded. A 50-50 partnership between Boeing and General Electric ensures that these planes are the finest modern technology can produce.
Many of the older Boeing Business Jet models are converted 737 and 747 series airliners. Though older, with good refurbishing they offer an outstanding value for those looking for a larger jet. They seat between 25-50 passengers and those travelers are offered the best in business jet travel comfort and amenities.
While images of cramped bathrooms are natural to anyone who has flown in a commercial jet, that’s certainly not the case with Boeing business jets. Many have been converted to offer elegant washrooms complete with showers.
Sleeping quarters on a commercial jet typically consists of a tiny pillow stuffed behind your head and a thin, nylon blanket. Not so in one of these babies. They offer master bedrooms, special bunks and much more for the weary traveler making a long distance journey.
Southwest announced in 2003 that would add blended winglets for improved performance for its current and future fleet of Boeing 737 - 700. The visually distinctive fins reduces performance by increasing range of aircraft, fuel, ...