Long-range used jets stay hot as transactions rise 7% in first half
Broker SmartJets says demand for long-range preowned aircraft remains strong, helped by long factory backlogs and 100% bonus depreciation in the U.S. It cited Amstat data showing preowned business jet transactions up 7% year over year in the first half of 2026.
- Preowned business jet transactions up 7% in H1 2026
- SmartJets highlighted Bombardier Global 7500 activity
- Other active types include Gulfstream G550 and Dassault Falcon 8X
- U.S. 100% bonus depreciation may pull demand into Q4
- Article date: September 30, 2026
SmartJets is calling for a strong finish to 2026 in the preowned business jet market, especially at the long-range end. The broker says buyers are chasing aircraft such as Bombardier Globals, Gulfstream G550s and Dassault Falcons because new-aircraft backlogs remain long.
The key number comes from Amstat data cited by SmartJets: preowned business jet transactions rose 7% year over year in the first half of 2026. SmartJets also points to U.S. 100% bonus depreciation, which can encourage buyers to close deals before year-end.
This is the flip side of new-jet demand. When owners cannot get a new large-cabin aircraft quickly, late-model used jets become more valuable, and inventory gets thinner. For buyers, the bargain may still be real compared with a new aircraft, but finding the right jet is the harder part.
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