AircraftData through April 2026
Praetor 500
Entity Summary
The Praetor 500 is a tracked business aviation model with a 47.84% utilization rate and 71 active aircraft in April 2026. Data spans 7 monthly reports.
- → 47.84% utilization rate · April 2026
- → 71 aircraft in active service
- → 0 total flights (latest period)
- → 7 months of tracking data
Source: VOLO Aviation Research · Updated April 2026
47.84%
Latest Utilization Rate
71
Fleet Count
0
Total Flights (Latest)
7
Months Tracked
01
Utilization Rate Trend
Monthly utilization rate and fleet size changes
| Month | Rate % | Fleet Count |
|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 49.67% | 68 |
| November 2025 | 47.04% | 81 |
| December 2025 | 53.04% | 80 |
| January 2026 | 52.49% | 83 |
| February 2026 | 38.69% | 84 |
| March 2026 | 48.93% | 90 |
| April 2026 | 47.84% | 71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the utilization rate of the Praetor 500?+
The Praetor 500 has a latest utilization rate of 47.84%, with an average of 48.24% across tracked months.
How many Praetor 500 aircraft are in the fleet?+
There are currently 71 Praetor 500 aircraft in the active fleet globally.
Where is the Praetor 500 most popular?+
The Praetor 500 recorded 0 total flights in the latest month across North America, Europe, and Rest of World regions.
How much does it cost to charter a Praetor 500?+
Chartering a Praetor 500 varies by category. Light jets run $3,000–$5,500/hr, super-midsize $5,500–$8,500/hr, heavy/ultra-long-range $7,000–$14,000/hr. Empty legs offer 40–75% savings. Request a real-time Praetor 500 quote through VOLO for current market pricing.
How does the Praetor 500 compare to similar aircraft?+
The Praetor 500 maintains a 47.84% utilization rate across 71 active aircraft — a key demand signal versus peers. VOLO's fleet comparison tool covers 200+ models side-by-side on range, passengers, cabin size, and hourly cost to find the best match for your mission.
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