Business AviationEmbraer sets new record in 2025 with 155 business jets delivered
Embraer delivered 155 business jets in 2025, marking the most successful year ever for its executive aviation division. The figure surpasses the previous record of 145 aircraft, set in 2010, according to data from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
The result comes as Embraer works to overcome supply chain disruptions and import tariff pressures, with the Phenom 300 and Praetor 500 accounting for most of the division’s deliveries.
Phenom 300 approaches 1,000 units delivered
With 72 units shipped in 2025, the Phenom 300 maintained its position as Embraer’s top-selling jet. Since entering service in 2009, the light jet has reached a total of 906 deliveries, making it one of the most successful aircraft in its class.
The Phenom 300 is known for its speed, range, and single-pilot capability, offering a range of around 2,000 nautical miles, which makes it ideal for regional and short transcontinental missions. Its cabin accommodates up to 10 occupants, depending on configuration.
Also contributing to the total was the Phenom 100, with 14 units delivered. While smaller and less capable in range and payload, the Phenom 100 serves as an entry-level jet, often used for short hops, pilot training, or by operators seeking lower acquisition and operating costs.
Together, the Phenom family accounted for 96 aircraft in 2025.
Praetor line hits record in midsize segment
The Praetor 500 and 600 combined for 55 deliveries, setting a new annual record for Embraer in the midsize category. These jets are successors to the Legacy 450 and 500, offering longer range, updated avionics, and enhanced cabin features.
The Praetor 600, the larger of the two, has a range of over 4,000 nautical miles, allowing nonstop flights such as New York–London or São Paulo–Miami under certain conditions. Both models are capable of operating from shorter runways and offer high cruise speeds, appealing to corporate and charter operators seeking flexibility and performance.
Until now, Embraer had never delivered as many midsize jets in a single year — not even during the peak years of the Legacy series.
Business aviation gains weight in Embraer’s balance
While the company’s commercial division ended the year at the lower end of its delivery guidance, the executive aviation segment outperformed expectations.
The strength of Embraer’s business jet portfolio is likely to have a significant impact on revenue distribution, especially as import tariffs in the U.S. market create potential headwinds for 2026.
Despite the external pressures, the manufacturer’s positioning in light and midsize segments — traditionally more resilient during economic shifts — could help sustain momentum in the near term.
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