Short leg routes from US to Europe?

[flybluesky]

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!

[jrpilot]

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

[OTTOL]

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.).

[chomp_rock]

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.

[flybluesky]

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