Charter Embraer Praetor 500 VH-8DE

Private jet Praetor 500 VH-8DE — 2023 model, accommodates up to 8 passengers, based in Melbourne, Australia MEB. Available for charter within 3 hours. Charter pricing on request. JETVIP will confirm availability and exact flight cost within 15 minutes.
Above-average reliability
89/100
Above-average comfort
85/100
Popularity

Year built (YOM)

2023

Refit years

Passengers

8 seats

Previous registration

Luggage

1.133 cub.m

Baggage

up to 14

Registration country

Avusturalya

Estimated rental price

5,100 € / hour

6,018 $ / hour

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Best suited for Praetor 500 VH-8DE

Transcontinental Travel

Ideal for 6–8 passengers on long-haul flights.

Airport Flexibility

Access to primary and secondary airports with ease.

Comfortable Long Flights

Low cabin altitude reduces fatigue on longer journeys.

Business Productivity

Modern connectivity for in-flight meetings and work.

Practical information about Praetor 500 VH-8DE

Passenger Experience

  • Flat-Floor Cabin
  • Fully Enclosed Lavatory
  • Modern Connectivity Options
  • Spacious Baggage Solutions

Airport Flexibility

  • Access to Smaller Airports
  • Short Runway Performance
  • Quick Turnaround Times

Ideal For

  • Corporate Executives
  • Frequent Flyers
  • Business Teams

Not Ideal For

  • Consistently Full Capacity Flights
  • Ultra Long-Range Missions
  • High Baggage Requirements

Specifications

Measurement system:

Technical

Range

6,019 km

Cruise Speed

891 km/h

Service Ceiling

13,716 m

Takeoff weight

17,690 kg

Number of Engines

2

Engine Model

HTF7500E

Fuel consumption

943 L/h

Landing Distance

635 m

Takeoff Distance

866 m

Takeoff field length

1299 m

FADEC

Yes

Engine thrust

2,966 kg

Fuel capacity (mass)

5,492 kg

Max payload

1,325 kg

Engine flat rating

ISA + 18

Cabin and Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

up to 9 pax

Cabin Length

8.2 m

Cabin Width

2.08 m

Cabin Height

1.83 m

Number of Cabin Zones

1

Cabin Volume

40 cub.m

Luggage

1.13 cub.m

Baggage

up to 14

Standard seating

7 pax

Cockpit seats

2 pax

Lavatory

1 Enclosed Belted Flushing

Crew rest

No

Jump seat

No

Connectivity

Gogo AVANCE L5

Aisle floor level

Flat Floor

Galley location

FWD

Lavatory location

AFT

Cabin differential pressure

9.7 psi

Galley / refreshment

Galley

Cabin altitude (sea-level equivalent)

2519 m

Max cabin altitude (equivalent)

539 m

Aircraft Length

19.69 m

Aircraft Height

6.43 m

Wingspan

21.49 m

Avionics & navigation

FMS

2 pcs

GPS

2 pcs

MFD

2 pcs

PFD

2 pcs

AHRS

1 pcs

VHF com

2 pcs

VHF navigation

2 pcs

Autopilot

2

Flight deck

Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion

Transponder

2 pcs

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Description Praetor 500 VH-8DE

Praetor 500 with tail number VH-8DE belongs to the Super Light Jet class and is operated by Global Jet International. The aircraft is based at (MEB, Australia) and is available for commercial charter.

The registration prefix VH indicates that the aircraft is registered in Avusturalya. The first letters of any tail number correspond to the country’s aviation registry.

Charter availability for this aircraft is provided by Global Jet International. However, clients can book this jet directly through JETVIP — a professional international charter brokerage platform. We negotiate with operators, secure the best available terms, track real-time availability and ensure competitive and transparent pricing for our clients.

The Praetor 500 holds a popularity rating of 4.5 out of 5 and a reliability rating of 89.0 out of 100 according to the JETVIP Reliability Index , reflecting strong demand and operational stability in the charter market.

The aircraft was manufactured in 2023.

Praetor 500 VH-8DE accommodates up to 8 passengers. The baggage compartment volume of 4.8 m³ can hold up to 14 large suitcases . The maximum flight range reaches 6019 km, depending on payload and weather conditions.

The aircraft is powered by 2HTF7500E engines with an average fuel burn of 249 gallons per hour , ensuring efficiency and reliability on long-distance routes.

To check the availability and charter rates of VH-8DE, contact JETVIP — we will provide the best offer tailored to your trip.

Aircraft overview · Praetor 500 VH-8DE

Best Missions

Transcontinental missions with 6–8 passengers and bags (typical North America coast-to-coast stage lengths)

Operators using a mix of primary airports and secondary fields where runway performance matters

Frequent flyers who prioritize low cabin altitude, cabin quiet, and modern connectivity on longer legs

Practical information

Passenger experience Praetor 500 VH-8DE

  • Common seating is a double-club with an optional side-facing seat or divan depending on interior; verify the aircraft’s certified seat count and belt configurations.
  • Aft galley and enclosed lavatory are standard design themes; exact galley equipment (coffee, microwave/oven, chiller) varies by serial number and completion.
  • Baggage access and volume are strong for the class; confirm whether in-flight access is available on the specific aircraft and how the cabin storage is configured.

Avionics & systems Praetor 500 VH-8DE

  • Confirm avionics and cockpit option set (e.g., synthetic vision, datalink capabilities, autothrottle presence where applicable, and any installed performance/approach features).
  • Validate cabin connectivity hardware (satcom provider/modem, Wi‑Fi capability, antenna type) and current subscription/service status.
  • Review the aircraft’s current software/avionics configuration and compliance with applicable navigation and surveillance mandates for your intended regions (e.g., ADS‑B Out).

Application flexibility Praetor 500 VH-8DE

  • Higher annual utilization where fixed programs and scheduled events are spread over more flight hours, improving predictability of operating costs.
  • Regular long-stage missions where fewer fuel stops and reduced fatigue (low cabin altitude) are valued operationally.

Ideal for Praetor 500 VH-8DE

  • Corporate or owner-operator missions centered on frequent 2.5–5.5 hour legs with occasional longer transcontinental segments
  • Operators who value a quiet, comfortable cabin and strong connectivity for in-flight productivity
  • Flight departments needing access to a mix of major hubs and secondary airports

Not ideal and less aligned

  • Consistently carrying 9 passengers plus significant baggage where a larger-cabin aircraft is a better fit
  • Ultra-long-range missions beyond typical super-midsize capability without a fuel stop
  • Buyers whose missions are dominated by maximum-seat passenger shuttles
  • Operators requiring consistent intercontinental range without stops

The Embraer Praetor 500 is positioned as a long-range super-midsize offering designed to cover most North America and similar stage lengths with typical executive payloads. It combines high-speed cruise capability with strong short- to mid-field performance, and emphasizes cabin comfort through a low cabin altitude and a modern connectivity/IFE architecture. Buyers commonly compare it against other super-midsize models when they want near-large-cabin mission utility without moving into heavier, higher-operating-cost categories.

In practical use, the Praetor 500 is optimized for longer legs than earlier midsize designs while retaining the flexibility to access a wider set of airports than many larger-cabin jets. Mission planning is most efficient when loads are kept within typical executive configurations and when reserves/alternate requirements are considered for weather and routing.

The cabin is arranged for business travel with a flat floor, fully enclosed aft lavatory, and a baggage solution that supports longer trips. A key comfort differentiator is the aircraft’s low cabin altitude at cruise, which can reduce fatigue on longer flights. Connectivity and cabin management are designed around a modern, IP-based platform with options for high-speed satcom, enabling streaming, conferencing, and multi-device cabin control depending on the installed package.

The Praetor 500 pairs a contemporary flight deck with automation aimed at reducing workload in busy terminal environments and improving situational awareness. The type is commonly equipped with advanced avionics features such as synthetic vision and modern flight management capabilities; options like enhanced vision systems may be installed depending on configuration. On the cabin side, the design centers on robust connectivity and integrated cabin management, with the exact capabilities driven by optional equipment and service subscriptions.

Typical operations favor long cruise segments at high-subsonic speeds, with the ability to plan routes that balance time and fuel depending on altitude and winds. The aircraft is often selected by flight departments that need consistent dispatch reliability across a variety of airport environments while keeping crew workload manageable. Real-world range and payload depend heavily on cabin fit, passenger count, baggage, cruise speed selection, and required reserves/alternates.

  • Transcontinental-class range within the super-midsize category for typical executive loads
  • Comfort-focused cabin with low cabin altitude and modern connectivity architecture
  • Runway and airport flexibility that supports a broader set of destinations than many larger-cabin options
  • Not a true large-cabin substitute for consistent 9+ passenger missions with ample baggage and space expectations
  • Equipped connectivity/IFE can add complexity; capability varies widely by option set and service subscription
  • As with all long-range planning, published performance is sensitive to payload, reserves, cruise speed, and environmental conditions

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Approximate rentalcost for popular routes on Praetor 500 VH-8DE

The cost is calculated for a one-way flight for 3 passengers based on historical data for this type of aircraft. The final price will be offered by the manager.

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