Airbus ACJ319
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Airbus ACJ319
Enthusiastic market response to rival Boeing's BBJ line of private jets led European manufacturer Airbus to introduce its own Airbus Corporate Jet family in 1997, led by the ACJ319. Based on the popular and capable A319 medium-range airliner, the ACJ variant includes removable auxiliary fuel tanks mounted in the lower cargo compartment that give the ACJ319 a range of 6,000 nm, roughly twice the endurance of the commercial aircraft. Inside, luxurious accommodations may include seating for up to 50 passengers, or club lounge seating for 20-25 and a private office that converts into a bedroom. The newly-available A319neo (for New Engine Option) is distinguished by "sharklet" wingtip devices, and may be powered by Pratt & Whitney’s PurePower PW1100G-JM or the CFM International LEAP-1A.