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Switzerland Eclipse 500 Charter

The Eclipse 500 rarely shows up in the Switzerland charter market, and any quote for one should be checked against operator availability carefully. Eclipse Aviation launched the type in 2006 as the original very-light-jet before the company’s bankruptcy and reorganization.

Eclipse Aviation produced the 500 from 2006 to 2008 before ceasing operations; Eclipse Aerospace acquired the type and produced improved variants (Eclipse 550) later. Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW610F engines drive the airframe to 369 knots cruise, 1,125 nautical miles of range, and a 41,000-foot ceiling. Four-to-five seats, no dedicated lavatory.

Eclipse 500 entry-level jet for Switzerland charter

Performance and Cabin

  • Category: Entry-Level Jet
  • Manufacturer: Eclipse Aviation / Eclipse Aerospace
  • Year introduced: 2006-2008
  • Seating: 4 to 5
  • Crew: 1 to 2
  • Range: 1,125 nautical miles
  • Cruise speed: 369 knots
  • Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
  • Length: 33.1 feet
  • Wingspan: 37.9 feet
  • Height: 11 feet
  • Baggage volume: 16 cubic feet

Why the Eclipse 500 Fits Switzerland

Entry-level jets like the Eclipse 500 handle the Switzerland-to-European-city pattern without the cabin or the cost of a larger airframe. Both Geneva and Zurich require slots, so the departure window is agreed rather than chosen, and your advisor handles that as part of the booking. Sion at 6,562 feet and Bern-Belp at 5,676 feet put a lot of the country within a short drive, and both are comfortable for an aircraft this size. Your advisor will confirm what the operator can actually do on your dates before anything is booked.

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Eclipse 500 view for Switzerland charter
Eclipse 500 view for Switzerland charter

Switzerland-Specific Patterns We Plan Around

Charter demand in Switzerland concentrates around ski season, running December through March,
with Samedan (LSZS) and Bern-Belp (LSZB) seeing the heaviest private traffic during that period.
The World Economic Forum at Davos drives January demand to a sharp peak in eastern Switzerland.
Art Basel in June, the Locarno Film Festival in August, and the Montreux Jazz Festival over the summer
each bring concentrated charter demand. Geneva (GVA) and Zurich (ZRH) handle the bulk of inbound
and outbound flights, with Euroairport Basel-Mulhouse (BSL) serving the Basel corridor. Slot and
ground-handler coordination matters at all three; your advisor plans around it from the outset.

Vetting Behind Every Trip

Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:

  • FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
  • Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
  • Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
  • Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.

Charter Pricing Reference

Industry hourly rates for the Eclipse 500 run $2,500 to $3,500 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date. Contact us for a Switzerland quote tailored to your specific itinerary.

Other Entry-Level Jets Available

Contact

For a quote on a Eclipse 500 charter in or out of Switzerland, head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory. The National Business Aviation Association sets the broader operating standards we work within.

The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.