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Praetor 500E Triple Certification Continues Embraer’s Momentum

Manufacturer receives approval to introduce the midsize jet in the U.S., Europe, and Brazil.

Embraer Praetor 500E midsize business jet
Per Embraer, the Praetor 500E is the fastest, furthest flying midsize jet, with the largest baggage compartment in its class. [Credit: Embraer]
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Key Takeaways:

Less than three months after Embraer’s super-midsize Praetor 600E secured triple certification from the FAA, European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and Brazil’s Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC), the Praetor 500E—its midsize cousin—has achieved the same regulatory trifecta.

The 500E is now approved for operations in the U.S., Europe, and Brazil less than six months after Embraer unveiled the models—the first evolutions in the manufacturer’s Praetor family, which it introduced in 2018—in February.

Jack Daleo

Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.

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