Super Midsize Jet
Embraer Praetor 600
Range
4,018 NM
Cruise speed
466 kts
Seats
8-9
History
Embraer unveiled the Praetor 600 in October 2018 as a development of the Legacy 500. The main change is fuel: two extra tanks in the fuselage belly hold 2,928 lb more than the Legacy 500 carries, which takes the range with IFR reserves to 4,018 nautical miles. Embraer built it for customers who wanted a mid-size jet with a much longer reach.
Flight testing began on 31 March 2018, and by October three test aircraft had logged 300 hours between them. Brazil's aviation authority, ANAC, certified the aircraft in April 2019. FAA and EASA approval followed in May, and the first delivery was made later that year, bringing what Embraer called its most capable mid-size jet into service.
The Praetor 600 keeps the technology of the Legacy 500 and adds intercontinental range. Two Honeywell HTF7500E turbofans power it, and the flight deck uses Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics. Embraer also fitted Active Turbulence Reduction, a system intended to smooth the ride in rough air, which made it the first super midsize jet to offer the feature.
Technical Specifications
General information
| Model name | Praetor 600 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Embraer |
| Aircraft category | super midsize jet |
| ICAO Designator | E550 |
| Start/End of Production | 2019 - Still in production |
| Number of pilot(s) | 2 |
Performances
| Range (with IFR reserves) | 4018 NM (7441 km) |
|---|---|
| Ferry range | 4500 NM (8334 km) |
| Cruise speed | 466 kts (863 km/h) |
| Max Operating Speed – VMO | 320 KIAS |
| Max Mach Operating Speed - MMO | Mach 0.83 |
| Long-Range Cruise Speed - LRC | 442 KTAS |
| Approach Speed | 108 kts |
| Takeoff Distance | 1392 m |
| Average Landing Distance | 675 m |
| Service Ceiling | 45000 ft |
| Thrust | 7528 lbf |
Aircraft technology
| Engine type | Turbofan |
|---|---|
| Engine(s) | 2 x Honeywell HTF7500E |
| Avionics | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion |
Dimensions and capacity
| Aircraft length | 20.74 m |
|---|---|
| Aircraft height | 6.44 m |
| Wing span | 21.5 m |
| Cabin height | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Cabin length | 8.20 m (26.92 ft) |
| Cabin width | 2.08 m (6.83 ft) |
| Baggage volume | 4.4 m3 |
| Seats (standard config) | 8-9 |
| Seats (max) | 12 |
| Suitcases | 10 |
| Carry-on luggage | 8 |
| Maximum payload | 1500 kg |
| Maximum TakeOff Weight - MTOW | 19400 kg |
| Maximum Landing Weight - MLW | 17000 kg |
FAQ
How much further does the Praetor 600 fly than the Legacy 500?
About 1,650 km further. The Praetor 600 is rated for 4,018 nautical miles (7,441 km), while the Legacy 500 manages around 3,125 nautical miles (5,788 km). In practice, that means London to New York can be flown direct in the Praetor 600, whereas the Legacy 500 would normally need to stop for fuel on the way.
How many passengers does the Praetor 600 seat?
Standard layouts seat eight or nine, and the maximum is 12. The cabin is 8.20 m long and 2.08 m wide, with 1.83 m of headroom, so passengers can stand. Its swivel seats recline fully for sleeping on overnight sectors, and the baggage hold takes around 10 suitcases.
How fast does the Praetor 600 cruise?
It cruises at 466 knots (863 km/h), which is competitive among super midsize jets, with a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.83. For reference, a London to Paris sector takes roughly 40 minutes, and New York to Washington DC about 35.
Which city pairs can the Praetor 600 connect without stopping?
Its range with IFR reserves is 4,018 nautical miles (7,441 km). That covers London to New York, London to Dubai and Miami to São Paulo in one leg. As with any jet, the exact figure on the day depends on passenger load and winds.
What sets the Praetor 600 apart from other super midsize jets?
Embraer describes it as the first and only jet in its category with Active Turbulence Reduction, which counters the effect of rough air on the cabin. It also holds a lower cabin altitude than its competitors, and its runway performance lets it use demanding airports that are out of reach for many rival super midsize jets.
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