Embraer mini jet gains certification

EMBRAER’S Phenom 100 entry-level jet has received certification from the EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency).  The first UK example is expected to be delivered to Oxford Airport’s Hangar 8 in July.  New entry FlairJet, also to be based at Oxford, has two on order with delivery pencilled in for the end of the year.  Whilst designed for single pilot operations most will be flown two-crew, the cabin offering space for four plus a private rest room.  The Phenom is one of a number of new VLJs (very light jets) now on the market including the Cessna Citation Mustang, Honda HA-420 HondaJet and Eclipse 500. www.embraerexecutivejets.com

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