Embraer's Sorocaba MRO Sees First Legacy 600 Refurb

Embraer Executive Jets’ service center in Sorocaba, Brazil, has completed its first complete renovation of a Legacy 600. According to the company, the 2006-vintage aircraft was purchased by a South American customer who wished to customize the entire super-midsize jet with a new interior, systems upgrades, and paint scheme.

Included in the project were new seating, carpets, ceiling material, side panels, and varnish for all the furniture. The galley received new flooring, the divan was reupholstered, and the curtains replaced. In addition, the landing gear was overhauled, and ADS-B Out was installed along with a GPS upgrade.

The facility introduced an interior shop implementation project last year to expand the portfolio of services available for its customers.

“Since 2002, Embraer has developed [business] aircraft recognized for their robustness, advanced technology, reliability, and high utilization capability,” noted Everton Vicente de Lima, general manager of the Bertram Luiz Leupolz Airport-based facility, which holds certification from Brazil's ANAC, as well as the FAA, EASA, Chile (DGAC), Argentina (ANAC), and Aruba (DCAA). “Now customers also find complete solutions for renovation, modification, and modernization, in addition to customer support.”