Jackie Chan, Hong Kong born, world-renowned Hollywood actor, now travels in his brand-new Embraer Legacy 650. His new jet has been deliverd yesterday and wears his iconic dragon logo as well as a distinctive dragon livery. The aircraft provided an auspicious beginning to the Chinese Year of the Dragon.
“I chose the Legacy 650 because its large three zone cabin, offering incredibly quiet performance and luxury,” said Jackie Chan. “I am honored to join the Embraer Legacy 650 family of users. I believe that Embraer is poised to become a major player in the Chinese executive jet market and thrilled to fulfill my role as brand ambassador for this great Company.”
Jackie Chan will assist Embraer in promoting its entire line of executive aircraft, not only in the rapidly growing greater China market, but globally.
The Legacy 650 range is 3,900 nautical miles (7,223 kilometers) affording such nonstop distances as Beijing to Dubai (United Arab Emirates) and Hong Kong to Adelaide (Australia), carrying four passengers under NBAA IFR conditions. Its state-of-the-art cockpit includes the Honeywell Primus Elite avionics suite, greatly reducing the pilot workload and enhancing safety. With three distinct cabin zones, the Legacy 650 is the only jet in its class with this level of comfort. Advanced Wi-Fi technology and significantly reduced cabin noise means the Legacy 650 ensures an environment in which passengers can work or rest. It includes a fully equipped wet galley and the largest in-flight accessible baggage compartment, something Embraer is known for.
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