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I am considering hitting a friend of mine up for a trip to Europe in his personal jet - I'd pay for the operating costs.  The only problem is that it is a light jet, a Beechcraft Premier One.  While it's relatively fast (400 - 450 knots), it's range is only 1500 nm.

How would I check into the quickest route to Europe from the US using an aircraft with such a limited range?

I'm not a pilot and don't have access to flight planning services.  

I want to have a short leg course in mind so he doesn't immediately say "No Way!"  I think it would be a blast to have use of the jet once we get to Europe.

Thx!

Not sure...but couldn't you stop for fuel olong the way...meaning somewere up north...?

I've done it before in a non-RVSM, Lear35(1,800nm range) and have always gone KBGR-CYYR-BIKF-destination. I use and recommend Universal Weather. They plan the entire flight and arrange customs and handling when required.

Unless you are leaving from the Northeastern US, this can be a marathon flight to try and accomplish in one day. I recommend staying the night in Keflavik.

The speed of the aircraft will not be that big of a factor, as you are usually limited to .72-.74 mach on the crossing anyway. You are not in Radar contact and use an HF radio(another equipment requirement to consider)and cannot change your speed readily once you have been given a clearance.
Just for quick reference, Bangor to Shannon usually takes about 10hrs(flight hours) at .74m when making two stops(ie: Goose Bay and Kef.).

It will probably cost you less for first class airline tickets than it would to pay for the operation costs for that exceptionally long flight.

Agreed on the pricing - but not nearly as much of an adventure.  I'd be happy if I never fly commercial again.