Boeing 727

Boeing 727

The midsize Boeing 727 is one of the most successful jets in operation, a reliable and versatile powerhouse that forms the core of many airline fleets. Ideal for short and mid-range journeys, the 747 seats up to 80 people with a standard commercial formation, or between 18 and 30 passengers when reconfigured for the private jet charter market. Renowned for its unique ability to utilize small runways while still flying mid-range routes, the 727’s many virtues are championed by airline companies worldwide. A true veteran, some 1,240 Boeing 727s were manufactured between 1963 and 1984, the majority of which remain in full service. With three Pratt & Whitney JT8D engines, the 727 is Boeing’s only trijet plane. The 727 is one of Zephyr Jets’ most popular charters in the jumbo category, praised for impressive speed, takeoff weight, gigantic baggage capacity, and opulent VIP cabin, which features state-of-the-art entertainment systems, a dining area, three plush bathrooms, and even a wet bar.