| Private jet operators have a good selection of | | | | The Legacy features a full galley comparable to |
| aircraft models to choose from when considering | | | | those found on many Gulfstreams and Falcons. |
| their next purchase. In the cabin class size, the | | | | Embraer claims to have the largest cabin volume of |
| Boeing Business Jet, Airbus Corporate Jet, Gulfstream | | | | any super mid-size jet as well as the largest baggage |
| 450 and 550, as well as various Bombardier offerings | | | | compartment. In addition, the aircraft features three |
| and the Falcon 2000 all stand out. Embraer, the | | | | cabin zones which they claim is unique in this particular |
| Brazilian aircraft manufacturer, is a new player and is | | | | aircraft category. |
| represented by a pair of models under the Legacy | | | | Anyone approaching six feet in height would have to |
| name. The Legacy Shuttle is configured to carry | | | | constantly bend their head to navigate the cabin. Like |
| from 16-39 passengers while the Legacy Executive | | | | the Challenger 800, headroom is at a premium for |
| typically carries 13-16 passengers. For private jet | | | | taller individuals, thus passengers might be |
| comparison we will look at what the Executive has to | | | | disappointed with the headroom if they are used to |
| offer. | | | | flying on a Gulfstream V. |
| Matching up to aircraft in its class, the Legacy is | | | | With a range of 3,250 n.m. the Legacy is not the |
| similarly appointed. The Embraer has all the creature | | | | Global Express, but it does compare favorably |
| comforts usually found in an aircraft of its size; a well | | | | dimension wise with other aircraft in the super |
| appointed cabin and a seating configuration for 13 or | | | | mid-sized category. Prices are strongly competitive as |
| more passengers. Delivered aircraft typically feature | | | | well and it is a certainty that the Legacy will be |
| fine quality hardwoods, fabrics and finishes, in addition | | | | examined closely by business aviation enthusiasts. |
| to a sideboard, tables and a three-seat sofa. | | | | Sources: Legacy by Embraer sales brochure and |
| Passengers on the Legacy have access to Airshow | | | | Aerospace Technology at |
| systems, DVD, real time communications, telephone, | | | | AerospaceTechnology.com; Based on an earlier |
| and fax in the cabin. The cabin can be furnished with | | | | review written by Matt Keegan of the Embraer |
| working tables for staff meetings and individual | | | | Legacy displayed at the 2003 NBAA Convention in |
| workstations at the required seats. | | | | Orlando, Florida. |