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Embraer Gets Order For Two Legacy 600 Jets From K2 Smartjets

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July 15, 2008

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Greek charter operator expands its fleet of Embraer executive jets
São José dos Campos, July 15, 2008 – Embraer has signed a new order with K2 SmartJets, of
Greece, for two more Legacy 600 aircraft. The value of the deal, at list price, is US$ 53.86
million, based on January 2009 economic conditions, and the first delivery is scheduled for 2009.

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“We are honored that K2 SmartJets has such confidence in our executive jets that they are
confirming additional orders less than a year after they introduced the first jet of this type,”
said Colin Steven, Embraer Vice President, Marketing and Sales – Europe, Africa, and the
Middle East, Executive Jets. “We are very pleased to contribute to the expansion of this
successful young company, knowing that their customers appreciate the unparalleled
combination of luxurious comfort, space, and performance of the Legacy 600.”
K2 SmartJets received its first Legacy 600 in July 2007. With its market growing so rapidly,
the two additional jets will allow the air charter operator to respond to the demand from
corporations and private individuals for ad hoc charter flights to various destinations in
Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
“The service introduction of our first Legacy 600 was so successful that we are thrilled to
confirm our second and third aircraft,” said Andreas Karotsieris, CEO of K2 SmartJets. “The
Legacy jet is ideal for premium VIP travel from our Athens base, and our customers enjoy the
stylish comfort, ample space, and convenient amenities.”
Greece has shown to be an important and expanding market for the Legacy 600. Four jets of
this model have already been delivered to Greek customers to this date.
About K2 SmartJets
K2 SmartJets was founded in 2007 by a group of private entrepreneurs from various sectors,
including the maritime shipping and air transportation industries. The K2 SmartJets staff has
Legacy 600 jet operated by K2 SmartJets
Headquarters (Brazil)
North America
Europe, Middle East and Africa
China
Rosana Dias
rosana.dias@embraer.com.br
Cell: +55 12 9724 4929
Tel.: +55 12 3927 1311
Fax: +55 12 3927 2411
Christine Manna
cmanna@embraer.com
Cell: +1 954 383 9950
Tel.: +1 954 359 3879
Fax: +1 954 359 4755
Stéphane Guilbaud
sguilbaud@embraer.fr
Cell: +33 6 7522 8519
Tel.: +33 1 4938 4455
Fax: +33 1 4938 4456
Tracy Chen
tracy.chen@bjs.embraer.com
Cell: +86 139 1018 2281
Tel.: +86 10 6598 9988
Fax: +86 10 6598 9986
PRESS OFFICES
many years of experience in air travel, and the purchase of the Embraer Legacy 600 has
proved to be a very successful operation in Greece’s rapidly expanding market. The company
is proud to provide the ultimate corporate and private jet charter flights with emphasis on
hospitality and client needs.
By creating relationships with strategic partners, in order to offer advanced services and
dependability, the objective of K2 SmartJets is to enhance the essence of business air travel with
innovative solutions and the highest service standard. For more information about the company,
visit www.K2SmartJets.com.
About the Legacy 600
The Legacy 600 jet provides premium comfort and privacy for up to 14 passengers in three
distinct seating areas. Interior standard features include first-class leather seats, a plush divan,
an elegant credenza, and spacious tables for dining or meetings. The aircraft also has a fullsize
galley for hot and cold meals, a full-width aft lavatory, wardrobe and storage cabinet, and
an entertainment system with DVD players and satellite telecommunications. Optional High
Speed Data (HSD) and Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) capabilities allow customers to browse the
Internet, access e-mails and transfer files. The 240-cubic-foot (6.8-cubic-meter) baggage
compartment of the Legacy 600 is one of the largest in the industry and is easily accessible
during flight, for greater passenger convenience.
The aircraft cruises at a speed of up to Mach 0.80 and has a range of 3,250 nautical miles
(6,019 km) with eight passengers and NBAA IFR reserves, or 3,400 nautical miles (6,297 km)
with four passengers and NBAA IFR reserves. These ranges, bolstered by superior passenger
and luggage capacity, enables customers to fly nonstop from New York (U.S.) to London
(U.K.); from London or Geneva (Switzerland) to Dubai (United Arab Emirates); from
Singapore to Beijing (China) or to Port Moresby (Papua New Guinea); and from Jakarta
(Indonesia) to Melbourne (Australia) at lower operating costs than competitive aircraft with a
similar cabin size. Additionally, the Legacy 600 is the only super midsize jet certified to
operate into and out of the London City and Cannes-Mandelieu airports.
The twin-engine business jet is based on the successful ERJ 145 regional jet family platform
that has accumulated over 12.5 million flight hours on 1,000 aircraft. Designed to operate an
average of 2,500 hours per year, low operating cost, and with a track record of over 99
percent dispatch reliability, the Legacy 600 offers luxurious comfort and delivers high
utilization and high availability.

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