Embraer and FlightSafety Complete Training of Legacy 500 Pilots Brazilian airframer Embraer announced that they have in conjunction with Flight Safety concluded the training of the first class of pilots for the brand new Legacy 500 mid-size business jet. “Well before the entry into service of the Legacy 500, we built out a global support network for our customers,” said Edson Carlos Mallaco, Vice President, Customer Support and Services, Embraer Executive Jets. “Our solid partnership with FlightSafety International resulted in the joint development of a complete high-level training solution.” Training is being conducted at FlightSafety International, in St. Louis, Missouri in the U.S. FlightSafety International is also Embraer’s training service provider for Legacy and Lineage executive jets, in addition to the E-Jets commercial aircraft. The Legacy 500 received certification from ANAC in August and from the FAA in October. EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) certification is imminent. The Legacy 500 is now able to operate in Brazil, United States, and in countries that require FAA certification. The first Legacy 500 was delivered to a Brazilian customer last October 10. The simulator utilized in the training is recognized as Level C by the FAA as well as the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) For more information: Embraer Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. Avenida Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170 São Paulo, São José dos Campos 12227-901 Brazil www.embraerexecutivejets.com ***
