Owning a jet used to mean hiring a crew and paying for a flight department. Cirrus Aircraft set out to remove that barrier with the Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet: one Williams FJ33 turbofan, a carbon fiber airframe and a whole-aircraft parachute, packaged so an SR22 owner can realistically step up to it. FAA certification arrived in October 2016, and more than 700 have been delivered since.
Owner-pilots fly most of the fleet on trips of a few hundred miles, while charter and aircraft management operators account for a growing share. The third-generation G3 entered delivery in February 2026 with a reworked cabin and room for seven.
Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet Specifications
| Manufacturer | Cirrus Aircraft (Cirrus Design Corporation), Duluth, Minnesota. Training and delivery at the Cirrus Vision Center, Knoxville, Tennessee |
| Type | Single-engine very light jet, marketed as a personal jet |
| First flight | 3 July 2008 (prototype); 24 March 2014 (first conforming prototype) |
| Certification | FAA type certificate 28 October 2016 (TCDS A00018CH), Normal category under FAR 23. Validated by EASA |
| Production status | Active. G3 in delivery since February 2026 |
| Units built | More than 700 delivered since December 2016, production continuing |
| Engine | 1x Williams International FJ33-5A turbofan, 1,846 lb takeoff thrust, FADEC |
| Max range | 1,275nm (2,361km) at long-range cruise, per Cirrus published data |
| Cruise speed | 317 KTAS maximum cruise (G3); 240 KTAS long-range cruise |
| Max operating altitude | 31,000ft (G2 onward, RVSM capable); 28,000ft on G1 aircraft |
| Rate of climb | 1,609 ft/min |
| Stall speed | 67 kn, flaps extended |
| Takeoff distance | 1,910ft ground roll; 2,815ft over a 50ft obstacle |
| Landing distance | 1,622ft ground roll |
| Max takeoff weight (MTOW) | 6,000 lb (2,722 kg) |
| Max ramp weight | 6,040 lb (2,740 kg) |
| Basic empty weight | 3,550 lb (1,610 kg) |
| Max zero fuel weight | 4,900 lb (2,223 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 296 US gallons usable (2,000 lb / 907 kg) |
| Wingspan | 38ft 8in (11.79m) |
| Length | 30ft 11in (9.42m) |
| Height | 10ft 11in (3.32m) |
| Cabin | 5.1ft (1.56m) wide, 4.1ft (1.24m) high |
| Baggage | 300 lb external compartment, extendable with Cargo X-Tend |
| Passenger capacity | Up to 7 occupants including the pilot. The G3 seats six adults and one child |
| Crew | 1 pilot, type rating required |
| Price (new) | Approximately $3.6 million base for the G3 (2026 reference) |
| Price (used market) | Approximately $1.8 million for 2016-2018 G1 aircraft to $3.6 million for late G2+ examples (mid-2026 reference) |
| Operating cost | Approximately $900-$1,300 per flight hour total variable, including JetStream program costs |
History and Overview
Development and Background
Cirrus started taking deposits on a personal jet in 2006 and flew the first prototype, then badged the SJ50, on 3 July 2008. The name changed to SF50 the following year to reflect its single fanjet. Recession-era funding shortfalls then slowed the program until China Aviation Industry General Aircraft bought Cirrus in 2011 and backed it through to certification.
A conforming prototype flew on 24 March 2014, and the FAA issued the type certificate on 28 October 2016. First customer delivery followed that December, at a base price of $1.96 million against the $1 million Cirrus had quoted when deposits opened.
Recognition came quickly. Cirrus received the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy for developing the first single-engine personal jet and fitting it with the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System, and the EASA type certificate data sheet opened the European market.
Design and Performance
The airframe is all carbon fiber, with a low wing, a V-tail and the FJ33-5A mounted above the rear fuselage. At 5.1ft, the cabin is wide for the class, and the large forward door lets passengers board while the pilot stays seated.
Performance sits closer to a fast turboprop than to a twin-engine light jet. The G3 cruises at up to 317 KTAS with a 31,000ft ceiling, and Cirrus publishes ground rolls of 1,910ft for takeoff and 1,622ft for landing.
Safety systems define the aircraft as much as its speed does. Every Vision Jet carries the parachute system, and Safe Return Emergency Autoland lets a passenger trigger an automatic landing at the nearest suitable airport. Flight into known icing with pneumatic boots, a stick shaker and pusher, and Electronic Stability and Protection complete the package.
Williams sets a 4,000 hour time between overhauls on the FJ33-5A, with a hot section inspection at 2,000 hours. Few engines have reached overhaul so far, and most are enrolled in the Williams TAP Blue program, which spreads that cost across flight hours.
Variants
- G1 (2016) — Original certified configuration with a 28,000ft ceiling and Cirrus Perspective Touch by Garmin avionics.
- G2 (2019) — Ceiling raised to 31,000ft with RVSM capability from the factory, plus autothrottle, Perspective Touch+ avionics, lithium-ion batteries and a quieter cabin. Business Jet Traveler reported a seven knot gain in cruise speed at 28,000ft.
- G2+ (2021) — Revised FJ33-5A thrust schedule, which Cirrus says improves takeoff performance by up to 20 percent in hot and high conditions, plus Gogo InFlight Wi-Fi.
- G3 (2026) — Redesigned cabin with a third-row bench for seven occupants, ATC datalink, alerts-linked checklists and Runway Occupancy Awareness. AeroTime notes that engine and performance are essentially unchanged from the G2+.
Operators
Owner-pilots fly the majority of Vision Jets, and many move up from SR Series pistons through the type rating program at Knoxville, which uses full-motion simulators. Charter and management operators, including Florida-based VeriJet, have added the type for short regional trips. Cirrus runs its own Cirrus One management service for owners who want the aircraft crewed, maintained and positioned for them.
Current Status
The Vision Jet remains in production, with the G3 delivering since February 2026 and more than 700 aircraft handed over since 2016. Maintenance runs through the Cirrus Authorized Service Center network, and most owners enroll in the JetStream program, which covers scheduled maintenance, normal wear items, parachute repack and Williams TAP Blue engine coverage.
Used prices run from about $1.8 million for early G1 aircraft to around $3.6 million for late G2+ examples with Wi-Fi and Safe Return. Remaining JetStream coverage has a noticeable effect on resale value, and parts and tire support is straightforward across all generations.
Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet Landing Gear and Tires
Landing Gear Configuration
The Cirrus SF50 uses retractable tricycle gear with a single wheel on each leg. The main legs are a trailing link design, which AOPA credits with cushioning touchdowns effectively, and all three legs are cycled by an electrically driven hydraulic power pack with an alternate extension system for emergencies.
The nose wheel is free castering, so steering on the ground comes from differential braking through the Beringer main wheel brakes. There is no anti-skid, no spoiler and no thrust reverser, which means the brakes and tyres absorb all of the stopping energy on every landing.
The flight manual calls for a cool-down period and a brake overheat inspection after high energy stops. Wheel and tire condition should be checked as part of that inspection.
Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet Tire Specifications
| Main gear tire size | 18×5.5 |
| Main gear ply rating | 8PR, tubeless |
| Nose wheel tire size | 5.00-5 |
| Nose wheel ply rating | 10PR, tubeless |
| Nose wheel part number | Goodyear Flight Eagle LT 505T08-1, 190 mph (Cirrus P/N 12020-004) |
| Main gear part number | Set by the Cirrus Illustrated Parts Catalog. Confirm part number and speed rating for the serial number |
| Wheels and brakes | Beringer, hydraulic, no anti-skid |
| Compatible brands | Goodyear (nose wheel); Goodyear, Michelin and Dunlop produce 18×5.5 8PR main gear tires, subject to IPC eligibility |
| Data source | Cirrus SF50 Airplane Flight Manual, Section 2 limitations (tire sizes and ply ratings) |
Verify specifications against the aircraft’s Airworthiness Maintenance Manual, Illustrated Parts Catalog and applicable airworthiness directives before ordering. Inflation pressures are set by the flight and maintenance manuals for the specific airframe. Serial number and configuration can affect tire requirements.
Main Gear Tires
Cirrus specifies an 18×5.5 tire at an 8 ply rating for each main wheel, mounted tubeless. The mains carry most of a 6,000 lb maximum takeoff weight, and with no anti-skid or reverse thrust the tread takes the full braking load on every rollout.
Several casings match that size and ply rating. Goodyear’s databook lists the Flight Eagle 185F88-6 at 190 mph and the Flight Leader 185F83G1 at 210 mph, and Michelin and Dunlop produce 160 mph versions. Speed rating and part number eligibility are set by the Cirrus IPC, so confirm both before ordering.
Nose Wheel Tire
The nose wheel takes a 5.00-5 tire at a 10 ply rating, again tubeless. Cirrus parts distributors list the Goodyear Flight Eagle LT 505T08-1 against Cirrus part number 12020-004, a 190 mph casing developed for light turbine aircraft. Some general aviation catalogs show 8 ply rating 5.00-5 tires against the SF50, but the flight manual calls for 10PR, so hold to that rating.
Approved and Compatible Brands
The following fitments apply to the Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet in the correct size and ply rating:
- Goodyear – 505T08-1 (Flight Eagle LT, 5.00-5, 10PR, tubeless, 190 mph, Cirrus P/N 12020-004) – nose wheel
- Goodyear – 185F88-6 (Flight Eagle, 18×5.5, 8PR, tubeless, 190 mph) and 185F83G1 (Flight Leader, 18×5.5, 8PR, tubeless, 210 mph), subject to IPC eligibility – main gear
- Michelin – 025-630-0 (Pilot, 18×5.5, 8PR, tubeless, 160 mph), subject to IPC eligibility – main gear
- Dunlop – DR9834T (18×5.5, 8PR, 160 mph), subject to IPC eligibility – main gear
FAQs
Is the Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet still in production?
Yes. Cirrus launched the G3 in February 2026 and deliveries are under way, with more than 700 Vision Jets delivered since December 2016. Tires, wheels and brake parts are supported for every generation back to the G1.
What are the Cirrus SF50Vision Jet specifications?
The G3 has a 6,000 lb maximum takeoff weight, one 1,846 lb thrust Williams FJ33-5A, 296 US gallons of usable fuel, a 317 KTAS maximum cruise speed and a 31,000ft ceiling. It seats up to seven occupants in a cabin 5.1ft wide. The table above lists weights, dimensions and field performance in full.
What is the range of the Cirrus Vision Jet?
Cirrus publishes a maximum range of 1,275nm (2,361km) at long-range cruise. Flying at maximum cruise speed cuts that figure, and a full cabin cuts it further because fuel has to be offloaded to stay within weight limits.
What is the Cirrus Vision Jet price?
A new G3 starts at about $3.6 million (2026 reference), with typically equipped aircraft quoted slightly higher. Used prices run from roughly $1.8 million for 2016-2018 G1 aircraft, through $2.3 to $2.85 million for G2 and early G2+ airframes, to $3.2 to $3.6 million for late G2+ examples.
What does the Cirrus Vision Jet cost to operate per hour?
Variable costs run about $900 to $1,300 per flight hour, covering fuel, maintenance and the JetStream program. Fixed costs such as hangar, insurance and recurrent training add substantially at low utilization, so the all-in hourly figure depends heavily on hours flown each year.
Where can I find a Cirrus Vision Jet for sale?
Listings appear on Controller, AvBuyer, GlobalAir and AircraftExchange, and Cirrus sells pre-owned aircraft through its own network. Aircraft with transferable JetStream coverage, Safe Return and Wi-Fi command a premium.
What interior options does the Cirrus Vision Jet offer?
The G3 cabin seats up to seven, with bolstered leather seats, a removable third-row bench, built-in second-row tray tables, passenger device mounts and multi-zone climate control. Middle and rear seats are modular, so the cabin converts to cargo space when needed. Wi-Fi is available on G2+ and G3 aircraft, and the Xi Design Studio handles custom interior and exterior finishes.
What is the Cirrus Vision Jet landing distance?
Cirrus publishes a 1,622ft landing ground roll for the G3. Required runway length is longer once obstacle clearance, wet surfaces and operational safety margins are applied, and the absence of anti-skid and reverse thrust puts the whole stop on the wheel brakes.
What tire size does the Cirrus Vision Jet use?
Main gear tires are 18×5.5 at an 8 ply rating, and the nose wheel takes a 5.00-5 tire at a 10 ply rating. Both positions are tubeless. Confirm part numbers against the Illustrated Parts Catalog for your serial number before ordering.
Which tire brands are approved for the Cirrus Vision Jet?
Goodyear supplies the nose tire as the Flight Eagle LT 505T08-1. Goodyear, Michelin and Dunlop all build 18×5.5 8PR main gear tires, but speed rating and part number eligibility must be confirmed against the Cirrus IPC before any of them is fitted.
How much do Cirrus Vision Jet tires cost?
The 5.00-5 nose tire is a common general aviation size and priced accordingly. Main gear tires cost more and vary with speed rating, with 190 and 210 mph jet-rated casings priced above 160 mph versions.
What is the tire pressure for the Cirrus Vision Jet?
Nominal pressures for both positions are listed in the limitations section of the flight manual and on placards at the landing gear. Check pressure with the tires cold, before the first flight of the day, and work from the figure for your aircraft rather than a general reference.
How long do Cirrus Vision Jet tires last?
Main tires on light jets typically last roughly 100 to 300 landings. On the SF50 the wheel brakes do all of the stopping, so short runways, heavy braking and hot conditions shorten tread life noticeably, and nose tires generally outlast the mains.
How often should Cirrus Vision Jet tires be changed?
Replace at the tread wear limit, or earlier for cuts, bulges, flat spots, sidewall cracking or exposed cord. Any tire involved in a brake overheat event needs inspection before further flight. A Cirrus Authorized Service Center and the maintenance manual govern the final call.
