Nashville clients move up to a very light jet when a trip is a little too far for a turboprop but does not need a large cabin.
Cirrus introduced the Vision Jet SF50 in 2016. It seats 5 to 7 with a published range of 1,275 nautical miles and a cruise speed of 311 knots. The aircraft has a service ceiling of 31,000 feet, 31 cubic feet of baggage volume and a lavatory.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Very Light Jet
- Manufacturer: Cirrus Aircraft
- Year introduced: 2016
- Seating: 5 to 7
- Crew: 1
- Range: 1,275 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 311 knots
- Service ceiling: 31,000 feet
- Length: 30.7 feet
- Wingspan: 38.7 feet
- Height: 10.9 feet
- Baggage volume: 31 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 Fits Nashville
With 1,275 nautical miles of published range, it covers trips from Nashville to destinations such as Charlotte, New York and Aspen, allowing for reserves and routing. Spring and early summer bring thunderstorms to Middle Tennessee, and a strong line of storms can hold departures until it passes.
Around Nashville this opens up the smaller airports as well, including John C. Tune (KJWN) on the west side, Smyrna (KMQY) to the southeast and Music City Executive (KXNX) in Gallatin, where tower hours are worth checking before a late departure. Whether the aircraft can use a particular airport on your date is a calculation the operator makes for that weight and that day’s weather, and your advisor will confirm it before anything is booked.
How Nashville Clients Use the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50
This category suits a short business trip out of John C. Tune or Smyrna, where the alternative is a long drive or a connecting flight. Some types are certified for single-pilot operations, and your advisor will tell you how your flight is crewed.
Tell us the route, the passenger count and what is traveling with you, and your advisor will confirm whether this aircraft is the right fit or suggest a better one.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
- Estimated hourly rate: $2,000 to $3,000 (as of 10/2026)
Other Very Light Jets Available
- Eclipse 500
- Embraer Phenom 100
- Honda HA-420 HondaJet
- HondaJet Elite
- Cessna Citation CJ1
- Cessna Citation M2
Contact
For a quote on a Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 charter in or out of Nashville, call an advisor at 1-888-987-5387, or send the trip through our contact page. You can read how we review operators and crews on our safety page, and compare other categories in the aircraft gallery.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.