What better way to introduce a pair of disruptive new business airplanes than to create a press conference outside the normal Monday NBAA routine? The Brazilian aircraft builder yesterday brought people together at Orlando Executive airport to hear about the Praetor 500 and 600 super midsize business aircraft soon to be added to the company’s product line.
Embraer Introduces Pair of New Midsize Jets
Key Takeaways:
- Embraer unveiled its new Praetor 500 and 600 super midsize business jets, boasting ranges of 3,250 nm and 3,900 nm respectively, enabling capabilities like non-stop London-New York flights for the 600.
- Both aircraft feature advanced fly-by-wire controls, a Rockwell Collins ProLine Fusion flight deck with industry-first displays (e.g., vertical weather), and high-speed ViaSat Ka-band internet in the cabin.
- Currently in flight testing, the Praetor 600 is expected to be certified and enter service in Q2 2019 for $21 million, followed by the Praetor 500 a few months later for $17 million.
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