Embraer will offer Starlink in-flight connectivity as an aftermarket option for Praetor 500/600 and Legacy 450/500 business jets. The service will be available through a supplemental type certificate developed in partnership with Nextant Aerospace, the engineering arm of Flexjet. FAA certification has been received for the Praetor 500 and Legacy 450; additional certifications are expected through early next year.
“This builds on our ongoing efforts, strengthening our commitment to seamless, connected flight experiences around the world,” said Marsha Woelber, v-p of customer support and aftermarket sales at Embraer Executive Jets.
“With more than a year of operational experience and hundreds of kits sold to the business aviation fleet, Starlink has firmly established itself as the preeminent solution for in-flight connectivity,” said Flexjet technical services division president Jay Heublein. “The Praetor is one of the most technologically advanced business jets in its category, and the addition of Starlink ensures that passengers will have a seamless connectivity experience.”
Flexjet, the largest operator of Praetor twinjets, plans to equip its entire fleet with the connectivity system. A Starlink STC for Phenom 300 jets is also in development. Installation services will be offered at Embraer’s global owned service center network.