Inside The $25 Million Embraer Legacy 500 Private Jet
0:00 - Intro
This is the Embraer Legacy 500, the first midsize business jet to incorporate full fly-by-wire technology. Stay with us till the end of the video because here is everything you need to know about the Embraer Legacy 500.
1:03 - Cabin
The Embraer Legacy 500 cabin is spacious, and comfortably accommodates 8 to 12 passengers, ideal for business travel or family trips. It includes a forward galley, two distinct cabin zones for work or relaxation, and a fully-equipped aft lavatory. The cabin also features a well-appointed flat floor.
The cabin houses fully berthable seats that can be converted into flatbeds. The fine leather upholstery exudes luxury and sophistication.
The cabin features an inflight entertainment system that includes high-definition monitors, audio, and video on demand, and connectivity for personal devices. Moreover, it provides high-speed Internet connectivity.
The cabin environment is digitally controlled via the Honeywell ovation select cabin management suite, and features a quiet, draft-free cabin climate system, that maintains a comfortable environment throughout your flight. Ambient LED lighting has been included.
The galley is well-equipped with a convection oven, coffee brewer, and other amenities.
The aircraft features excellent soundproofing, reducing exterior noise to a barely audible level.
On top of that, the maximum cabin altitude of 5,800 feet or 1,770 meters ensures a relaxing flying experience.
The Legacy 500 incorporates larger windows than most jets in its class.
And finally, at the back of the plane you’ll find a baggage compartment with a capacity of 155 cubic feet or 4,400 liters.
3:59 - Cockpit
The Embraer Legacy 500 cockpit is quite advanced, featuring huge glass panels, sidesticks, autothrottles, and a paperless cockpit setup.
One of the most striking features of the cockpit is its fully digital flight controls.
Autothrottles allow the aircraft's computer to automatically control the power setting of the engine.
The aircraft incorporates the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion flight deck, an integrated avionics system based on fly-by-wire technology. It comes with four 15-inch high-resolution LCD screens that display all flight information, including 3D navigation maps and synthetic vision for enhanced situational awareness.
The avionics suite also includes an Integrated Flight Information System for charts and maps, graphical flight planning capabilities, a MultiScan Weather Radar system, and advanced communication systems. The Enhanced Vision System and the Head-up Display are two other significant features that aid pilots in low-visibility conditions and ensure safe and smooth flight operations.
The Legacy 500 was the first midsize business jet to incorporate full fly-by-wire technology.
The pilot and co-pilot seats are ergonomically designed and fully adjustable to ensure maximum comfort during long flights.
Noise level and lighting in the cockpit are optimized for concentration. The electric sun visors can be adjusted to mitigate glare without hampering visibility.
A standout feature is the cockpit's quiet and dark philosophy, which ensures that any warnings or alerts are noticeable without being excessively distracting.
7:42 - Engine and Performance Specifications
The Embraer Legacy 500 is powered by two Honeywell HTF7500E engines, each producing 7,036 lbs of thrust. This combination is able to push the aircraft to a maximum cruise speed of 466 knots and up to a maximum cruising altitude of 45,000 feet or 13,716 meters, with an average hourly fuel burn of 250 gallons or 950 liters.
The Legacy 500 has a maximum range of 3,125 nautical miles, which is 3,600 miles or 5,800 kilometers, making it capable of non-stop flight between the east and west coast of the US. The plane can take off in 4,100 feet or 1,250 meters, has a maximum rate of climb per minute of 4,000 feet or 1,220 meters, and a minimum landing distance of 2,100 feet or 640 meters, all while maintaining a maximum net payload of 2,800 lbs or 1,270 kg and a full-fuel payload of 1,600 lbs or 725 kg.
9:00 - Purchase and Charter Price
The base purchase Embraer Legacy 500 price is $20 million before options, and the Embraer Legacy 500 charter price is estimated at $5,000 to $8,000 per hour. Naturally, prices will vary depending on availability, fuel prices, ground fees, and more.
9:18 - Operating Cost
While the annual fixed Embraer Legacy 500 cost is roughly $700,000 to $1,000,000, the average hourly Embraer Legacy 500 operating cost is estimated at $3,000 to $4,500.
9:30 - Outro
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