Tag: Lineage 1000

13Nov

By Christopher Harrow1 Comment

Opinion

Should you fly private?

We have covered many private jets on IAHQ recently, including the G650, Lineage 1000 and AS2, but never whether you should fly private. We may be fond of private and business jets, but we have never shared our opinion as to whether flying private is a good idea or not. It doesn't matter whether you're a multibillionaire businessman, celebrity, or just a regular joe, you've probably wished to take to the sky in something more... luxurious. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Reasons to fly private It's often quicker than flying commercially. Most private jets fly at 0.90 Mach or faster (on average for newer models), whereas your typical 747, flies at 0.85 Mach. This may not seem like a lot on the surface, but it can mean the difference of an hour on long h...

17Aug

By Christopher Harrow1 Comment

Aircraft Digest

Embraer Lineage 1000: Brazilian luxury

The Embraer Lineage 1000 competes with the G650. The Lineage 1000 is Embraer’s answer to the G650. With a price tag of $53 million. It’s significantly cheaper than the G650. But much like the G650. Is it worth the money? The Embraer Lineage 1000 costs $45 million. A Lineage 1000E costs $53 million. Like many business jets, the aircraft comes with many luxuries. A sleeping chamber. A bar. A kitchen. Seating areas. An entertainment area. Luxury dining area. And a walk in shower. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); How was the Lineage 1000 brought into being? In the early 21st century, Embraer wanted to capitalise on the Embraer 190. The Embraer 190 was a successful passenger aircraft. It has a larger cross section than the G650. And similar aircraft. However it is si...