VIP airliners carry the Philadelphia groups that outgrow a heavy jet, and they change which rules the flight operates under.
Airbus introduced the Airbus ACJ319 in 1999. It is flown by a crew of 2. The type carries 8 to 19 passengers, cruises at Mach 0.78 (about 448 knots) knots, tops out at 41,000 feet, covers 5,900 nautical miles and holds 1000 cubic feet of baggage. Full specifications for the Airbus ACJ319 are published by Airbus Commercial Aircraft.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: VIP Airliner
- Manufacturer: Airbus
- Year introduced: 1999
- Seating: 8 to 19
- Crew: 2
- Range: 5,900 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.78 (about 448 knots)
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 111 feet
- Wingspan: 117.4 feet
- Height: 38.6 feet
- Baggage volume: 1,000 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Multiple lavatories
Why the Airbus ACJ319 Fits Philadelphia
Airliner-size charters leave from Philadelphia International (KPHL), which takes anything up to airliner size on a 12,000-foot runway.
A published range of 5,900 nautical miles brings Scottsdale, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and London within reach of Philadelphia, before the operator applies reserves and routing for the day.
Anything above nineteen passengers, the aircraft required would fall into regional airliner, or airliner-size, and the trip would no longer fall under the FAR Part 135 standards but possibly operate under FAR Part 121 or foreign equivalent standards. Part 121 and equivalent generally carry stricter crew and operating requirements than FAR Part 91 and FAR Part 135.
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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 Airbus ACJ319 run $17,000 to $24,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
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Contact
For a quote on a Airbus ACJ319 charter to or from Philadelphia, call 1-888-987-5387 or visit 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.