But the Citation CJ3 and updated CJ3+ are similar in speed and performance. Single-pilot turbine-engine aircraft is equipped with two Williams FJ44-3A engines and can reach a maximum cruise speed of 416 knots.

Manufacturer: Cessna 

Estimated Price: $8,250,000

2. Citation CJ4

Introducing another contender from Cessna, the Citation CJ4 makes a list with its next-generation design, featuring an extra passenger seat and lengthened cabin. Compared to the CJ3+ 4.78-meter cabin, the Cessna CJ4 offers an interior length of 5.28 meters – there’s even room for a two-seater couch. This model can reach a maximum cruise speed of 451 knots, powered by two Williams FJ44-4A engines.

Manufacturer: Cessna

Estimated Price: $10,750,000

3. King Air (360, 260 & 250)

Let’s look at Beechcraft and highlight a few of its King Air models. We could give each of these models their spot on the list, but they perform very similarly to each other. Aside from differences in design and capacity, the 260 and 250 are equipped with two PT6A-52 engines and can reach a maximum cruise speed of 310 knots. Meanwhile, the King Air 360 has two PT6A-60A engines, which allows it to get a maximum cruise speed of 312 knots.

Manufacturer: Beechcraft 

Estimated Price (360, 260, and 250): $7,900,000, $7,050,000, and $5,830,000

4. Pilatus PC-12 NGX

Also known as “the world’s greatest single,” Pilatus’ PC-12 NGX is next-level technology and innovation. The PC-12 NGX is powered by a PT6A-67XP engine and has a max cruise speed of 290 knots, and its max speed surpasses that of its predecessor, the PC-12 NG, at 270 knots, equipped with a PT6A-67P engine.

Manufacturer: Pilatus 

Estimated Price: $5,443,000

5. Citation M2 Gen 2

Another standout aircraft from Cessna, the Citation M2 Gen 2, is tailored for comfort and tech-savvy individuals. The Gen 2 variation is expected to begin delivery in early 2022. This aircraft comes with a Garmin G3000 flight deck with touch-controlled avionics made for a single pilot. Powered by two Williams FJ44 engines, the Citation M2 Gen 2 reaches a maximum cruise speed of 404 knots.

Manufacturer: Cessna 

Estimated Price: $5,855,000

6. HondaJet HA-420 & ELITES

You’re more likely to think about cars when you hear the name, Honda. But Honda expands its innovative designs and prowess to the aviation industry through its 2018 HA-420 and newest ELITES model, equipped with GE Honda HF120 and GE Honda HF120 engines, respectively. The HA-420 reaches a maximum cruise speed of 420 knots, and the ELITES reaches a max speed of 422 knots.

Manufacturer: Honda 

Estimated Price (HA-420 and ELITES): $3,500,000 and $5,630,000

7. Citation ULTRA

Announced in 1993, the Citation ULTRA received its FAA certification in 1994. The last of its kind, the 1999 ULTRA, ran on two Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5D engines and used Honeywell Primus 1000 EFIS avionics. The 1999 Citation ULTRA reaches a maximum cruise speed of 427 knots. In 1994, the Citation ULTRA was named in Flying Magazine’s “Best Business Jet.”

Manufacturer: Cessna 

Estimated Price: $1,470,000

8. Embraer Phenom 300E

Embraer’s Phenom 300E has been considered the best-selling light jet for more than nine years. It’s also the fastest and longest-range single-pilot jet in production. Created for a better in-flight experience with added comfort and enhanced performance, the Phenom 300E reaches a maximum cruise speed of a whopping 464 knots, powered by two Pratt & Whitney PW535-E engines.

Manufacturer: Embraer 

Estimated Price: $9,450,000

9. Citation Encore & Encore+

Cessna brings another single-pilot aircraft into the mix with the Citation Encore and Citation Encore+. While neither of these Citation variations is still in production, their max cruise speed makes it one of the better performers. A 2006 Encore is equipped with two Pratt & Whitney PW535A engines reaching a max speed of 420 knots. The final 2011 Encore+ model has two Pratt & Whitney PW535B engines and reaches a max speed of 420 knots.

Manufacturer: Cessna 

Estimated Price (Citation Encore and Encore+): $2,415,000 and $3,675,000

10. Premier IA

This particular single-pilot aircraft was created in Beechcraft’s Hawker division in 1994, made to compete with the Citation Jet series from Cessna. However, its FAA Type Certificate was not received until 2001. In 2005, Beechcraft unleashed its upgraded Premier IA variation with two Williams FJ44-2A engines with the capability of reaching a max cruise speed of 451 knots.

Manufacturer: Raytheon/Hawker Beechcraft 

Estimated Price: $1,445,000