At the 60th National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Convention in Atlanta, Ga. on Sept. 24th 2007, Embraer launched two new executive jets - the new midsize Legacy 450 and midlight Legacy 500.
The key clean-sheet design drivers of these new executive jet concepts are premium comfort, outstanding performance, and low operating cost. A critical evaluation of the two concepts presented, and the resulting comments and suggestions, will constitute important elements to support future decisions by Embraer regarding the possible launch of these products on the market.
The 500 is being designed to have a range of 2,800 nautical miles (5,186 km) with eight passengers, at Mach 0.80. The 450 is being designed to have a range of 2,300 nautical miles (4,260 km) with four passengers.
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