Our Guide to the Embraer Legacy 650

Announced in 2009 and certified by the Federal Aviation Administration in 2011, the Embraer Legacy 650 was kin to the Legacy 600, with an increased range of 500 nautical miles and more headroom, higher altitude take-off and climb thrust. But in August 2020, Embraer announced that the jet’s production would be discontinued.

Typically outfitted with three cabin zones, about 104 of these aircraft are in the skies today. And you could be lucky enough to find a pre-owned jet for sale on AircraftExchange.com, the dedicated marketplace of the International Aircraft Dealer Association (IADA).

Embraer Legacy 650 Specifications
Powered by two Rolls Royce BR 725 A1-12 engines, the Legacy 650 is capable of flying nonstop from New York to London; London to Dubai; and a variety of other international routes; at a top cruising speed of 456 knots.

See the table below for more information on this business jet’s capabilities.

Inside the Plane Cabin of This Private Jet for Sale
The six-foot-tall, full-height cabin is nearly 7 feet wide and almost 50 feet long, usually split into three zones. It carries up to 19 passengers, although typically carries about 13.

Twenty-two windows provide plenty of natural light in the cabin, which also features fully-berthing seats and the largest lavatory in its class. An optional forward lavatory is available on some models.

A spacious, fully-equipped galley is suitable for preparing meals and includes a touchscreen monitor to control cabin systems, a refrigerator, coffee brewer or espresso machine, microwave, and three additional power outlets.

Passengers can stow their luggage in a 240-cubic-foot baggage compartment or a 46-cubic-foot internal storage space for easy access during the flight.

The cabin management system can include passenger controls at all seats, docking stations for Apple products, radio, Blu-ray players, wireless remote controls, 3D maps, and more.

Cabin layout usually includes club seating, a divan, and seating around a conference table. While business jets tend to fulfill a need, this one is also luxurious.

Inside the Cockpit of the Embraer Legacy 650
Pilots will be pleased to see a large cockpit and spacious flightdeck equipped with a Honeywell Primus Elite avionics suite in this heavy jet. A Sundstrand APS-500$ APU model complements it.

The avionics system includes LCD displays, integrated stand-by instrument system, central maintenance computer, USB ports, and XM weather capability, among many other features. A dual inertial reference system, dual FMS/GPS, and data link recorder round out the cockpit equipment.

The 2012 refined Legacy 650 also is equipped with the Honeywell SmartRunway and SmartLanding systems, which are key for situation awareness.

Benefits of Flying in the Embraer Legacy 650 Business Jet for Sale
An incredibly quiet cabin makes the Embraer Legacy 650 perfect for business travel, so your company’s executives can get rest or accomplish important tasks without distraction.

Although this private jet has a three-zone cabin, its cost to operate is closer to that of an aircraft with a two-zone cabin, making it an affordable option, too.

Embraer Legacy 650 Ownership and Operational Costs
The cost of a business jet like this one varies by age and cycles.Expect to pay between $9 million and $14 million for a used Embraer Legacy 650 jet. But cost of operations, both fixed and variable, must be taken into consideration.

If your company flies about 300 hours per year, anticipate a total of nearly $700,000 in annual fixed costs, including crew costs, hangar fees, and insurance policies. You should also expect about $1 million in variable operating costs, including fuel and maintenance.

Finding Embraer Legacy 650 Airplanes for Sale Near You
To locate a private jet for sale that will best suit your needs and budget, call an IADA Accredited Aircraft Dealer. Accredited dealers and brokers promise efficient and ethical business transactions that are in your best interest.

If you’re asking where to buy a private jet, the answer is easy. Find an IADA Accredited Aircraft Dealer near you, and browse our vetted and verified listings of pre-owned Embraer Legacy 650 business jets for sale and other aircraft for sale on AircraftExchange.com.