Embraer has delivered the first Praetor 600E to Flexjet, making the fractional operator the fleet launch customer for the next generation of the Brazilian manufacturer’s super-midsize jet. The delivery moves the model from certification into operational service.
With four passengers and NBAA IFR reserves.
A 4K OLED touchscreen integrated into the cabin sidewall.
Aircraft across the wider Embraer–Flexjet agreement.
Additional aircraft included in the agreement.
Intercontinental capability in the super-midsize segment
Embraer publishes a range of 4,018 nautical miles with four passengers and NBAA IFR reserves. That places nonstop city pairs such as London–New York and São Paulo–Miami within the aircraft’s stated capability, subject to weather, payload and operating conditions.
The Praetor 600E received certification from Brazil’s ANAC, the US FAA and EASA in April 2026. Its flight deck includes full fly-by-wire controls with active turbulence reduction, the Embraer Enhanced Vision System and a runway-overrun awareness and alerting system.
A cabin built for connected travel
The “E” evolution is especially visible inside. The aircraft introduces newly designed seating, an updated cabin-management system and a revised galley. Flexjet’s first example also carries Embraer’s Smart Window: a 42-inch 4K OLED touchscreen that supports video calls, high-resolution streaming and live views from three external cameras.
Flexjet has also said its Praetor 600E fleet will offer Starlink connectivity. For passengers, the relevant change is not one headline feature but the combination of bandwidth, display technology and a cabin arranged for both work and rest.
For charter and fractional clients, useful innovation is measured by what it changes during the journey: time, comfort and continuity of work.
Why this delivery matters
The aircraft forms part of an agreement announced in February 2025, valued at up to USD 7 billion. It covers 182 firm aircraft, 30 options and a wider services and support package across several Embraer models.
That scale gives the first delivery significance beyond a single handover. It signals fleet adoption by an experienced operator and creates a path for more passengers to encounter the upgraded model in real operations.
For brokers and travel planners, that operational exposure matters. Published specifications describe capability, while fleet service gradually provides the availability, dispatch experience and passenger feedback needed for confident mission comparisons.
Aircraft selection still depends on route, passenger count, baggage, availability and total cost. But the Praetor 600E adds a credible option for missions that need long range without moving into the largest-cabin category.
Planning a long-range private flight?
Share the route, dates and priorities. PCA can compare suitable aircraft and operating options for your mission.
Discuss your requirements