Includes LOIs For New Legacy 450 And 500 Jets
Embraer announced at EBACE 2008 this week it has bolstered its
executive jet order book in the Middle East with the signing of
orders for two Legacy 600 jets, one Phenom 300, and one Phenom 100.
The deal also includes a letter of intent for two Legacy 500s and
one Legacy 450.
"The Middle East market has been responding incredibly well to
our Executive Jets line," said Colin Steven, Embraer Vice
President, Marketing and Sales – Europe, Africa, and Middle
East, Executive Jets. "Passengers will appreciate the luxurious
cabin and premium comfort offered by the Legacy 600 and the
brand-new Legacy 500 and Legacy 450 jets, as much as they will
enjoy the comfort and performance of the Phenom 100 and Phenom
300."
ASAIG Aviation, a new Kuwaiti-owned charter operator, and a
member of the Al-Shalfan International Group, has ordered one
Phenom 100 and one Phenom 300. The company has also signed a letter
of intent for one Legacy 450 and two Legacy 500 jets.
The first Phenom 100 is scheduled for delivery in 2012. Both
Phenom jets will be used for air taxi operations between Dubai,
where they will be based, and the Gulf Coast Countries (GCC). ASAIG
plans to use one Legacy 450 and one Legacy 500 for on-demand
charter operations, while the other Legacy 500 will be dedicated to
the private use of Al-Shalfan International Group owners.
"Our new subsidiary, ASAIG Aviation, will focus on operating
efficient light and very light jets within the GCC region,
providing a comfortable and enjoyable flying experience to our
corporate and leisure clients," said Abdulla Al-Shalfan, Executive
Director of the Al-Shalfan International Group. "Our decision to
partner with Embraer was taken after a detailed analysis of
different aircraft available in the market, taking into
consideration the right mix of range, low operating cost, and
reliability, while offering a comfortable and spacious cabin.
Operating the new Phenom jets in the region will revolutionize the
air taxi market, and will bring a new level of service to the
GCC."
S.S Lootah Group, of Dubai, has signed for one Legacy 600, which
will be delivered in 2009. The aircraft will be based in Dubai and
used extensively for company corporate travel. Sheikh Ahmed Al
Hamad, Chairman of the Burgan Company, in Kuwait, has ordered a
Legacy 600 for delivery in 2008. The aircraft will be managed by
Titan Aviation, in Dubai.