Flexjet Orders 300 Windowless Phantom Jets in $6B Deal

The new jets ditch windows for 4K OLED displays and cut fuel use by 60%.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Flexjet has placed a $6 billion order for 300 Phantom 3500 jets, marking the largest deal in business aviation history. The new jets feature a windowless design, with passengers viewing real-time exterior feeds on 4K OLED displays lining the cabin walls. The Phantom 3500 also boasts a 60% reduction in fuel burn compared to traditional jets, thanks to its aerodynamic composite fuselage.

Why it matters

This order represents a significant shift in the private aviation industry towards more sustainable and technologically advanced aircraft. The windowless design and fuel efficiency of the Phantom 3500 could set a new standard for luxury travel, while also addressing growing concerns about the environmental impact of private jets.

The details

The Phantom 3500 has an elliptical cabin with 800 cubic feet of space and seating for nine passengers. It is powered by Williams FJ44 engines and can achieve a range of 3,500 to 4,000 nautical miles at speeds over Mach 0.8. The use of sustainable aviation fuel can further reduce emissions by 90%. The $19.5 million price tag positions the Phantom 3500 against competitors like the Bombardier Challenger 3500, but Flexjet plans to integrate the aircraft into fractional ownership programs to make sustainable luxury more accessible.

  • First flight of the Phantom 3500 is expected in 2027.
  • Deliveries of the Phantom 3500 to Flexjet are scheduled to begin in 2030.

The players

Flexjet

A leading provider of fractional private jet ownership and jet card programs.

Otto Aerospace

The Texas-based startup developing the Phantom 3500 jet, led by aerospace veterans.

Dr. Craig Lewiston

The former Apple engineer leading the software development for the Phantom 3500's user experience.

Bombardier

A major manufacturer of business jets, whose Challenger 3500 model competes with the Phantom 3500.

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What they’re saying

“Think iPad simplicity meets private jet luxury.”

— Dr. Craig Lewiston, ex-Apple engineer, software development lead (gadgetreview.com)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This order signals a shift in the private aviation industry towards more sustainable and technologically advanced aircraft, addressing environmental concerns while maintaining the luxury experience. The Phantom 3500's innovative design and fuel efficiency could set a new standard for the industry.