A decade ago, some people scoffed when Embraer announced its intention to create a complete line of business airplanes, from entry-level jets to behemoth bizliners, especially when the sum total of the company’s bizav experience to that point had been creating the Legacy 600 from the ERJ-135 regional jet. But once the Phenom series of light jets — the 100 and the 300 models, both capable of operation with a single pilot — appeared, people began paying much closer attention to what the Brazilian company was creating. By the end of 2014, the Phenom 300 had become the most delivered business jet in the world and earned the same honor again in 2015. By then, nobody was scoffing anymore.
Embraer Legacy 450 in Flight
Key Takeaways:
- The Embraer Legacy 450 is a pioneering mid-light business jet, notable for being the first in its category to feature full fly-by-wire technology with sidestick flight controls and advanced Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics.
- Its range has been significantly enhanced, now capable of over 2,900 nautical miles, enabling long-distance trips, and it boasts strong performance with Honeywell engines allowing a rapid climb to 43,000 feet in just 22 minutes.
- The aircraft offers a spacious and comfortable cabin, standing 6 feet high with a flat floor and customizable seating for 7 to 9 passengers, along with generous baggage capacity and a quiet, premium environment.
- The fly-by-wire system provides comprehensive flight envelope protection, simplifying operation and contributing to a positive flying experience, further supported by its common type rating with the larger Legacy 500.
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