Embraer Praetor 500
Current Embraer model. Embraer announced an updated 500E in February 2026, with deliveries expected from 2029.
The Praetor 500 at a glance
Embraer Praetor 500 is a midsize jet from Embraer. Current Embraer model. Embraer announced an updated 500E in February 2026, with deliveries expected from 2029.
What matters on the Praetor 500
- Long range for a midsize jet, able to cross the US non-stop.
- The earlier Legacy 450 shares the type; confirm the exact model.
- With the 500E announced, buyers weigh a current aircraft against waiting.
Published figures
| Range | 3,340 nm (4 passengers) |
|---|---|
| Passengers | Up to 9 |
| Speed | Mach 0.83 maximum |
| Engines | 2 × Honeywell HTF7500E |
| Cabin | 24 ft L × 6 ft H × 6 ft 10 in W |
Figures as published by the sources listed below; third-party sources are marked. Actual performance depends on configuration, payload, weather and the rules that apply to the operation.
Cabin and comfort
Published cabin: 24 ft L × 6 ft H × 6 ft 10 in W.
Flat-floor or near stand-up cabins, with room to work and move during a three-to-five-hour flight.
Layouts differ between aircraft of the same type. When comparing aircraft for sale, compare floor plans, seat count, galley, lavatory and connectivity, not only the type.
Range and mission suitability
Published range: 3,340 nm (4 passengers). Speed: Mach 0.83 maximum.
Typical use in this category: Coast-to-coast and longer continental trips non-stop, with eight to nine passengers.
Published ranges assume specific conditions, such as passenger load, reserves and cruise speed. For a particular route, EDAERO checks real-world capability with your operator or flight planner.
Airports and runways
The source used here does not publish a takeoff distance for this type.
Runway requirements change with weight, temperature and airport elevation. Check performance for your most demanding airports before committing to a type.
What drives the cost
- Fuel and maintenance per flight hour
- Two-pilot crew costs
- Engine programme enrolment, which strongly affects older aircraft
- Hangar, insurance and training
An estimate for your aircraft
No operating-cost figures are published on this page. Costs depend on the specific aircraft, utilisation, base, crew model and maintenance programmes. EDAERO prepares an aircraft-specific estimate on request, marked as an estimate, with the assumptions shown.
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