The Embraer Praetor 600E is the super-midsize jet that flies the furthest. Embraer quotes 4,018 nm of range, enough to fly London to New York nonstop, something it says no other jet in the class can do consistently. It is also the only jet in its class with full fly-by-wire controls, and the new 600E version adds a 42-inch curved touchscreen called the Smart Window. In this review we look at it the way we review airliners: the looks, the cabin, the engines, the cockpit, range, safety, price and how it compares with its rivals.
Quick answer: the Praetor 600E is an updated Praetor 600, certified in April 2026 and first delivered to Flexjet in September 2026. It carries 8 to 12 passengers, flies at up to Mach 0.83 and keeps a 5,800 ft cabin altitude at 45,000 ft. The Praetor 600 cost about US$22 million equipped in 2023. Its rivals are the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and the Cessna Citation Longitude.
Embraer Praetor 600E Quick Facts
| Praetor 600E | Figure |
|---|---|
| Maker | Embraer (Brazil); assembled in Melbourne, Florida |
| Class | Super-midsize business jet |
| Maximum range | 4,018 nm (7,441 km), 4 passengers, NBAA IFR reserves |
| High-speed cruise / maximum speed | 466 kt (863 km/h) / Mach 0.83 |
| Passengers | 8 standard, up to 12 (2 pilots) |
| Cabin (H x W) | 6 ft x 6 ft 10 in (1.83 x 2.08 m), flat floor |
| Cabin altitude | 5,800 ft at 45,000 ft |
| Baggage and stowage | 155 cu ft (4.38 m3) |
| Engines | 2 x Honeywell HTF7500E, 7,528 lbf each, flat rated to ISA+18°C |
| Flight controls / avionics | Full fly-by-wire with side-sticks / Collins Pro Line Fusion |
| Maximum altitude | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Take-off / landing distance | 4,717 ft / 2,165 ft (1,438 / 660 m) |
| Length / wingspan / height | 68 ft 1 in / 70 ft 6 in / 21 ft (20.74 / 21.50 / 6.41 m) |
| Certification / first delivery (600E) | April 2026 / September 2026 (Flexjet) |
| Price | Praetor 600: about US$21.995 million equipped (2023); 600E not published |
Sources: Embraer Praetor 600E brochure; dates from AVweb; price from Wikipedia: Praetor 500/600.
What Is the Praetor 600E?
The Praetor 600E is the biggest and longest-range Embraer business jet (see our guide to every Embraer business jet). Its roots are in the Legacy 500, which Wikipedia says Embraer announced in 2008 and first flew on 27 November 2012. The Legacy 450 and 500 were the first jets in their size class with a flat-floor stand-up cabin and fly-by-wire controls.
At the NBAA convention in October 2018, Embraer turned the Legacy 500 into the Praetor 600, with taller, wider winglets and more range (3,900 nm at launch, later 4,018 nm). Wikipedia says it was certified in Brazil, Europe and the US in spring 2019 and first delivered in mid-2019. Flexjet began receiving Praetors in December 2019, and by the third quarter of 2026, 173 Praetor 600s had been built.
The Praetor 600E was unveiled in February 2026 alongside the smaller Praetor 500E. ch-aviation reports that Brazil’s ANAC, the FAA and EASA certified it in April 2026, and AVweb says Embraer delivered the first one to Flexjet on 18 September 2026. Flexjet is the launch customer: in February 2025 it placed firm orders for 182 Embraer jets with options for 30 more, and it expects 12 Praetor 600Es by the end of 2026.
How the Praetor 600E Looks: Exterior Design
The Praetor 600E is 68 ft 1 in (20.74 m) long with a 70 ft 6 in (21.50 m) wingspan, a little wider than the Challenger 3500’s 69 ft. Wikipedia says its wing is swept 27 degrees and the Praetors have taller, wider winglets than the Legacy jets. It has a T-tail and two engines mounted on the rear fuselage. Fuselages are built in Botucatu, Brazil, wings in Évora, Portugal, and final assembly is in Melbourne, Florida.
How to recognise a Praetor 600 at the airport
- A T-tail with two large engines at the back
- Tall winglets at the wingtips
- A long row of round windows
- The smaller Praetor 500 looks very similar
The HTF7500E Engine, Explained Simply
Two Honeywell HTF7500E turbofans each give 7,528 lbf of thrust, flat rated to ISA+18°C, which means they keep their full take-off thrust on hot days up to that temperature. They come from the same HTF7000 family as the engines on the Challenger 3500 and Citation Longitude. Our turbofan vs turboprop guide explains how a turbofan works.
Inside the Cabin: Smart Window and New Seats
The cabin is 6 ft (1.83 m) tall and 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) wide, with a flat floor. Embraer says the cross-section was shaped to give more headroom at eye level. Owners can choose a double club layout (two groups of four facing seats) or a layout with a divan, and there is room for 8 passengers as standard and up to 12.
1. The Smart Window
The 600E’s headline feature is the Smart Window, a curved 42-inch 4K OLED touchscreen on the cabin wall that Embraer calls industry-exclusive. Passengers can use it for video meetings around the conference table, as a cinema screen or to show live views from three cameras outside the aircraft. Embraer says it feels like a third cabin zone. Some of its features are optional.
2. Seats and beds
Embraer redesigned the seats with electric-assisted movement, a headrest that follows you forward, adjustable cushion firmness, dual lumbar support, more legroom and a new lounge position. Turning seats into beds is quicker than before, and up to four people can sleep flat in flight.
3. A low cabin altitude
Embraer quotes a cabin altitude of 5,800 ft while cruising at 45,000 ft, which it calls the lowest in the class. Bombardier quotes 4,850 ft for the Challenger 3500, but at a lower 41,000 ft, so the two figures are not directly comparable. A gasper-less ambient air system delivers air quietly without the usual overhead nozzles.
4. Cabin technology
A next-generation cabin management system controls mood lighting, temperature and entertainment down to each seat, with voice commands available. There is wireless charging, Bluetooth audio, a 22-inch monitor at the back and an optional 24-inch monitor at the front, and an Omni-Fi sound system that has won a Red Dot design award.
5. Galley, lavatory and baggage
The galley is bigger, with two high-powered outlets for extra appliances, a 33% larger bin and a 56% larger ice drawer. An optional crew lavatory can replace the wardrobe. Baggage and stowage space totals 155 cu ft (4.38 m3), much more than the Challenger 3500’s 106 cu ft or the Citation Longitude’s 112 cu ft. Interiors come in three collections, Executive, Artistry and Signature; only Signature has carbon fibre trim.
The Cockpit: Full Fly-by-Wire
This is where the Praetor is different. Embraer says it is the first and only super-midsize jet with full fly-by-wire controls: instead of cables and pulleys, the pilots’ side-sticks send electronic signals to computers that move the control surfaces. The computers also provide active turbulence reduction, which Embraer says gives a smoother ride in rough air. Embraer says fly-by-wire reduces pilot workload, gives a smoother ride, helps short-runway performance and cuts maintenance time.
The flight deck is a Collins Pro Line Fusion with large displays. Equipment includes a head-up display with Embraer’s Enhanced Vision System (E2VS), a Synthetic Vision Guidance System, an autothrottle and the Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System (ROAAS), which warns pilots if they risk running off the end of the runway. Some items are optional.
Range and Performance
Embraer quotes 4,018 nm (7,441 km) with 4 passengers of 200 lb each, long-range cruise and NBAA IFR reserves with a 200 nm alternate. Its example routes are London to New York, São Paulo to Miami, Dubai to Singapore and Salt Lake City to Hawaii. By our great-circle calculation, London Heathrow to New York JFK is about 2,990 nm, but westbound flights usually face headwinds; Embraer’s route examples assume 85% annual winds, and it says no other super-midsize jet can fly London to New York consistently.
| Performance and weights | Praetor 600E |
|---|---|
| High-speed cruise | 466 kt (863 km/h) |
| Maximum operating speed | Mach 0.83 |
| Take-off distance (MTOW, sea level, ISA) | 4,717 ft (1,438 m) |
| Landing distance (unfactored, 4 passengers) | 2,165 ft (660 m) |
| Maximum operating altitude | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Maximum payload | 4,001 lb (1,815 kg) |
Source: Embraer Praetor 600E brochure.
Its landing distance of 2,165 ft is the shortest of its main rivals (the Challenger 3500 needs 2,364 ft and the Citation Longitude 3,170 ft), and its 4,001 lb maximum payload is the highest. Learn what weight limits mean in our guide to MTOW.
Safety
Wikipedia’s article on the Legacy 450/500 and Praetor 500/600 family lists no accidents. The Praetor 600E is certified by ANAC, the FAA and EASA. Fly-by-wire controls, the head-up display with enhanced vision, synthetic vision and the runway overrun alert all add layers of protection.
Price and Who Flies It
Wikipedia lists an equipped price of about US$21.995 million for the Praetor 600 in 2023, well below the Challenger 3500’s advertised US$27.2 million (2023). Embraer has not published a price for the 600E, and the new cabin may change it.
Wikipedia names Flexjet, AirSprint and NetJets as major users of the family. Flexjet is the launch customer for both the original Praetors in 2019 and the 600E in 2026.
Praetor 600E vs Its Rivals
| Embraer Praetor 600E | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation Longitude | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range | 4,018 nm (4 passengers) | 3,400 nm (4 passengers) | 3,500 nm |
| Passengers | 8 standard, up to 12 | Up to 10 | Up to 12 occupants |
| Cabin height / width | 6 ft / 6 ft 10 in | 6 ft / 7 ft 2 in | 6 ft / 6 ft 5 in |
| Cabin altitude | 5,800 ft at 45,000 ft | 4,850 ft at 41,000 ft | 5,950 ft (Wikipedia) |
| Baggage | 155 cu ft | 106 cu ft | 112 cu ft |
| Flight controls | Full fly-by-wire | Conventional | Conventional |
| Take-off / landing | 4,717 ft / 2,165 ft | 4,835 ft / 2,364 ft | 4,810 ft / 3,170 ft |
Sources: Embraer Praetor 600E brochure, Bombardier: Challenger 3500, Textron Aviation: Citation Longitude; Longitude cabin altitude from Wikipedia. Each maker measures range its own way.
Praetor 600E vs Bombardier Challenger 3500
The Praetor flies about 600 nm further under similar conditions (4 passengers, NBAA IFR reserves), carries more baggage and has fly-by-wire. The Challenger has a wider cabin and Nuage seats. Read our Challenger 3500 review.
Praetor 600E vs Cessna Citation Longitude
Textron claims more legroom and a quieter cabin for the Longitude, which seats up to 12 occupants, but the Praetor flies further, has a wider cabin and lands in much less runway. Read our Citation Longitude review.
Praetor 600E vs Praetor 500E
The midsize Praetor 500E shares the same cabin cross-section and fly-by-wire controls but carries up to 9 passengers and flies 3,340 nm. Choose the 500E if you rarely need to cross an ocean.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Longest range in the class: 4,018 nm, London to New York nonstop
- Only super-midsize jet with full fly-by-wire and turbulence reduction
- 42-inch 4K Smart Window
- Biggest baggage space (155 cu ft) and highest payload of its rivals
- Short 2,165 ft landing distance
- Lower price than the Challenger 3500 (Praetor 600, 2023)
Cons
- Cabin narrower than the Challenger 3500 (6 ft 10 in against 7 ft 2 in)
- 600E price not yet published
- Some Smart Window features are optional
- Smaller fleet than the Challenger family: 467 Legacy and Praetor jets against more than 1,000
Our Verdict
The Praetor 600E is the super-midsize jet to buy if range matters. It is the only one in its class that Embraer says can fly London to New York nonstop consistently, it brings airliner-style fly-by-wire to this size of jet, and the 600E’s Smart Window and new seats close the gap in cabin luxury with the Challenger 3500. The Challenger still has the wider cabin and the bigger fleet behind it. For transatlantic and other long trips in a super-midsize jet, the Praetor 600E is our pick.
Key Takeaways
- The Praetor 600E flies 4,018 nm with 4 passengers, the longest range of any super-midsize jet.
- It is the only jet in its class with full fly-by-wire and active turbulence reduction.
- The 600E adds a 42-inch 4K Smart Window, new seats and a bigger galley; it was certified in April 2026.
- Flexjet received the first Praetor 600E in September 2026; the Praetor 600 cost about US$22 million equipped (2023).
Frequently Asked Questions
How far can a Praetor 600E fly?
4,018 nm (7,441 km) with 4 passengers of 200 lb each, long-range cruise and NBAA IFR reserves with a 200 nm alternate, according to Embraer.
Can the Praetor 600E fly London to New York nonstop?
Embraer says it is the only super-midsize jet that can fly London to New York nonstop consistently. By our great-circle calculation, London Heathrow to New York JFK is about 2,990 nm.
How many passengers does a Praetor 600E carry?
8 passengers as standard and up to 12, with 2 pilots. Embraer says up to four people can sleep in flat beds.
What is the Smart Window on the Praetor 600E?
A curved 42-inch 4K OLED touchscreen on the cabin wall. It can show films, video calls or live views from three cameras outside the aircraft. Some features are optional.
What is the difference between the Praetor 600 and 600E?
The 600E keeps the 600’s range, engines and fly-by-wire controls but gets a new cabin: the Smart Window, new seats with a lounge position, a new cabin management system with voice commands, and a bigger galley. It was certified in April 2026.
How much does a Praetor 600 cost?
Wikipedia lists an equipped price of about US$21.995 million for the Praetor 600 in 2023. We could not find a published price for the 600E.
Does the Praetor 600E have fly-by-wire?
Yes. Embraer says it is the first and only super-midsize jet with full fly-by-wire controls and active turbulence reduction. Pilots use side-sticks instead of control yokes.
What is the cabin altitude of the Praetor 600E?
5,800 ft while cruising at 45,000 ft, according to Embraer, which calls it the lowest in the class at that altitude.
Praetor 600E vs Challenger 3500: which is better?
The Praetor 600E flies further (4,018 nm against 3,400 nm, both with 4 passengers) and has fly-by-wire. The Challenger 3500 has a slightly wider cabin (7 ft 2 in against 6 ft 10 in) and Bombardier quotes 4,850 ft cabin altitude at 41,000 ft.
Featured image: FlyingFuel graphic using a photo of the Embraer Praetor 600 demonstrator PR-ZTX at the 2019 Paris Air Show by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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