What Actually Sells in the 2026 Business Jet Market

Not the biggest jet.  Not the longest range.

The fastest-selling aircraft in 2026 are the ones that cover 80–90% of how owners actually fly.

That’s why models like the Phenom 300E and PC-24 continue to move.

Why they work:

• Most trips are under ~3 hours

• 4–6 passengers is the norm

• Owners value reliability over excess capability

• Predictable operating costs matter

What still sells:

• Clean records and a clear maintenance story

• Engines/APUs with real time remaining or priced honestly

• Interiors aligned with age and value

What slows deals:

• Pricing anchored to peak-market comps

• Deferred maintenance framed as “flexibility”

• Cosmetics used to mask financial exposure

Bottom line:

Aircraft that solve most missions most of the time fly more and sell easier when it’s time to exit.

At JFA, we work with buyers and owners every day to identify the right aircraft for their actual mission and to position aircraft for sale in a way that attracts real demand and strong replacement options.

— Shane Allen,  JFA Aviation