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

Year built (YOM)
2023
Refit years
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Passengers
8 seats
Previous registration
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Luggage
Baggage
Registration country
Avusturalya
Estimated rental price
5,100 € / hour
6,018 $ / hour
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Ideal for 6–8 passengers on long-haul flights.
Access to primary and secondary airports with ease.
Low cabin altitude reduces fatigue on longer journeys.
Modern connectivity for in-flight meetings and work.
Measurement system:
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
Online now - replies in 15 minutesPraetor 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.
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
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.
Rent price
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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