A fast and more sustainable aircraft for secure and discreet transport of high priority military personnel and mission critical freight.

The Envoy IV CC Mk1 aircraft provides assured, efficient transport for high-priority military personnel and critical cargo. The Envoy enhances global diplomatic engagement and strengthens UK defense strategy through its extended range and sustainable performance.

ROLE

The Envoy IV CC Mk1 is operated by No. 32 (The Royal) Squadron from RAF Northolt for the Command Support Air Transport (CSAT) role. CSAT provides secure, timely, and discreet air transport for high-priority military personnel and critical freight to and from operational areas. The Envoy IV enables faster, more efficient global transport of key military and diplomatic personnel, flying further and more sustainably than its predecessor. This improved capability supports stronger diplomatic and economic ties, enhancing regional and national stability and aligning with the UK’s International Defence Engagement Strategy.

Technical Specifications

Specifications

CAPABILITY

The Envoy IV CC Mk1, the RAF’s designation for the Dassault 900LX, is a modern, durable large business jet designed for extended operation with minimal external support. It offers versatility with strong short-field performance, the ability to operate in hot and high-altitude conditions, and long-range capabilities, including over the North Atlantic. Upgraded with advanced features like a head-up display, Honeywell EASY2 flight deck, onboard Wi-Fi/satellite links, and a modern cabin for work, rest, or meetings, the Envoy IV is several generations ahead of its predecessor.

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Roles

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History of the Envoy IV CC1

The 2021 Integrated Review set plans to retire the CSAT fleet of four BAe146 aircraft and funded the purchase of two Dassault 900LX Falcon aircraft. These aircraft, military-owned and civilian-registered, began operating on 1 June 2022, with a mix of military and civilian pilots and military cabin crew. Eventually, they will transition to fully military registration and operation.

The name "Envoy" reflects the aircraft’s role in defense diplomacy and pays tribute to previous Envoy aircraft in RAF service. The first RAF Envoy, the Airspeed Envoy, was a twin-engine transport plane used before and during World War II, including one that flew with the "King’s Flight," the forerunner to today’s No. 32 (The Royal) Squadron.