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Embraer and JetBird Confirm Three More Phenom 100 Jets

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July 25, 2008

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Dublin-based air taxi operator increases its firm order backlog for this aircraft to 53
São José dos Campos, July 25, 2008 – Embraer and JetBird confirmed three options for the
Phenom 100 jet, by JetBird, increasing the airline’s firm order backlog to 53 of this model.
The Irish company placed an initial order for 50 Phenom 100 jets, in May 2006, with options
for another 50 jets. The first delivery is expected for 2009.
“We are glad to see the steady progress that JetBird, our largest European customer, has been
making towards its start of operations in 2009,” said Luís Carlos Affonso, Embraer Executive
Vice President, Executive Jets. “JetBird’s decision to begin exercising its purchase options
further sanctions our belief that the Phenom 100 is the best solution in its category.”
“We are delighted to begin confirming our option aircraft in accordance with the targets set
in our original business plan,” said Stefan Vilner, CEO of JetBird. “Our decision reflects the
confidence we have in the Phenom 100, as the best aircraft in its class, delivering high
utilization and efficiency, combined with state-of-the-art technology and the premium comfort
of a private jet.”
The Phenom 100 offers premium comfort in an ample cabin. Its award-winning interior,
designed in partnership with BMW Group DesignworksUSA, can include an aft lavatory,
with an optional partition door, a refreshment center, and satellite communication for greater
passenger convenience. Born out of Embraer’s heritage of developing aircraft for high
utilization and simple maintenance, the Phenom 100 entry-level executive jet is ideal for even
the most demanding operations, meeting both individual and to charter provider expectations.
About JetBird
Upon commencing operations in 2009, JetBird will become Europe’s premier private jet airline,
offering a personal flight experience at up to 50% less than current branded operators.
Headquartered in Ireland, JetBird will operate a fleet of best-in-class Embraer Phenom aircraft
based at a number of centers around Europe, and will transform European air travel by offering
on-demand charter service at a price that gives true value for the money spent. JetBird will
provide direct and affordable transportation to individuals and companies, and will vastly
improve the current time, expense and inconvenience of today’s commercial airline offerings.

July 2007, and the jet is currently fulfilling the flight test certification campaign, in order to enter service in the second half of 2008.

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