Embraer Legacy 500.

The Embraer Legacy 500 charter market has grown steadily since the aircraft entered service, and it is easy to understand why: this super-midsize jet delivers a stand-up flat-floor cabin, full fly-by-wire controls and a 3,125 nm range in a package that consistently outperforms its class. Whether you are connecting Dubai to a European capital or island-hopping across the Indian Ocean, the Legacy 500 offers a level of comfort and capability that few competitors at this size can match.

History & Development

Embraer launched the Legacy 500 as the centrepiece of its Legacy 450/500 family, sharing a common type rating and a then-groundbreaking fly-by-wire flight control system — the first business jet of this size to feature it. The aircraft entered commercial service in 2014 and was certificated by both ANAC in Brazil and EASA in Europe. Powered by two Honeywell HTF7500E turbofan engines, it was designed from the outset to bridge the gap between true midsize jets and larger, more expensive heavy jets, offering operators and passengers heavy-jet cabin proportions without heavy-jet operating costs.

Cabin & Comfort

The Legacy 500’s cabin measures 8.38 m in length, 2.08 m in width and 1.83 m in height — sufficient for passengers to stand fully upright and move freely throughout the flight. Up to 12 passengers can be accommodated, typically in a flexible club or divan configuration. The flat floor, a relatively rare feature at this class of aircraft, allows unobstructed movement between seating zones and contributes to a sense of space that is genuinely closer to a heavy jet than a conventional midsize. Baggage capacity stands at 110 cu ft, providing meaningful hold space for longer trips requiring checked luggage or sports equipment.

Performance

At a cruise speed of 466 knots and a maximum range of 3,125 nm, the Legacy 500 is a capable long-range tool within the super-midsize category. The fly-by-wire system reduces pilot workload and contributes to a notably smooth ride. Its ability to operate from shorter runways than many comparable aircraft expands the list of accessible destinations considerably, including regional airports that larger jets cannot serve.

Ideal Routes from Dubai

With a 3,125 nm range, the Legacy 500 connects Dubai non-stop to destinations across Europe, East Africa, Central Asia and the wider Middle East. The following routes are well within its capability:

• Dubai – London — approximately 7 hours non-stop, subject to wind conditions and routing
• Dubai – Maldives — approximately 3 hours, ideal for private island transfers
• Dubai – Nairobi — approximately 4.5 hours, a natural fit for safari departures
• Dubai – Almaty — approximately 3.5 hours, serving Central Asian business travel
• Dubai – Athens — approximately 4 hours, popular for Mediterranean leisure travel
• Dubai – Mumbai — approximately 2 hours, a practical regional business link

Longer transatlantic segments would require a technical stop but remain achievable with minimal disruption to the overall journey.

Charter the Embraer Legacy 500 with Prime Jet Services

Prime Jet Services arranges Embraer Legacy 500 charters on a 24/7 basis, with access to aircraft operating across the Middle East, Europe and beyond. Every quotation comes with a best-price guarantee and is handled directly by our team, without unnecessary intermediaries. For clients with flexibility on travel dates, empty-leg flights on this type occasionally become available and represent a significant saving on the standard charter rate. Contact us to discuss your itinerary, passenger count and any specific requirements — we will match you with the most suitable aircraft and operator for your journey.