Embraer Sells Five Exec Jets to India…
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica (Embraer) announced on September 19 that it had signed a contract to sell India’s government five of its midsize twin-engine Legacy executive jets. The Mach .80 aircraft, which will total about $158 million, will be used to transport the country’s top brass and dignitaries. Four of the Legacy jets, which boast a range of 3,250 nm, will be used to replace aging Avro aircraft in the Indian air force’s VIP fleet operated by the Air HQ Communication Squadron of the Indian Air Force. Indias Border Security Force will use the fifth. All five aircraft will be specially configured for authorities and government officials transportation. The jets will feature 14 seats, two separate compartments for senior authorities and their staff, and will be fitted with special self-protection suites.
