The Eclipse 500 rarely shows up in the Naples charter market, and any quote for one should be checked against operator availability carefully. Eclipse Aviation launched the type in 2006 as the original very-light-jet before the company’s bankruptcy and reorganization.
Eclipse Aviation produced the 500 from 2006 to 2008 before ceasing operations; Eclipse Aerospace acquired the type and produced improved variants (Eclipse 550) later. Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW610F engines drive the airframe to 369 knots cruise, 1,125 nautical miles of range, and a 41,000-foot ceiling. Four-to-five seats, no dedicated lavatory.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Entry-Level Jet
- Manufacturer: Eclipse Aviation / Eclipse Aerospace
- Year introduced: 2006-2008
- Seating: 4 to 5
- Crew: 1 to 2
- Range: 1,125 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 369 knots
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 33.1 feet
- Wingspan: 37.9 feet
- Height: 11 feet
- Baggage volume: 16 cubic feet
Why the Eclipse 500 Fits Naples
APF is generous for the type on runway performance. The honest limit on the Eclipse 500 in the Naples market is operator availability, not runway.
1,125 nautical miles of range and a small cabin position the Eclipse 500 as a short-hop jet: Nassau, Palm Beach, Key West, in-Florida hops. Northeast snowbird trips are usually a stretch.
For any client asking specifically about the Eclipse 500 or 550, verify operator support (parts, maintenance base, insurance) with the operator directly before committing. Recommend a Mustang, CJ1, M2, or Phenom 100 as more common Naples-market alternatives.
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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; reports may be provided on request.
- 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
Industry hourly rates for the Eclipse 500 run $2,500 to $3,500 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Eclipse 500 hourly rate is at the low end of the entry-level jet class on paper, but operator support and parts availability are the constraints; treat any quoted rate as indicative pending operator confirmation.
Other Entry-Level Jets Available
- Cessna Citation CJ1
- Cessna Citation M2
- Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510
- Cirrus Vision Jet SF50
- Embraer Phenom 100
- Honda HA-420 HondaJet
Contact
For a quote on a Eclipse 500 charter in or out of Naples, head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
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.