Praetor 500
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 9 |
| Cabin length | 24.0 ft |
| Cabin width | 5.1 ft |
| Cabin height | 4.9 ft |
| Baggage volume | 150 cu ft |
| Lavatory | Fully enclosed |
| Galley | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Available on most aircraft |
| Cabin floor | Flat, walk-around |
At 4.9 ft of cabin height, the Praetor 500 is a sit-down jet. Expect to duck moving between seats. A fully enclosed lavatory makes it workable for longer legs. Connectivity varies by tail — most operators in this fleet have at least one Wi-Fi-equipped aircraft, but confirm before booking if you need to work in the air.
Operator floor plans vary. Some Praetor 500 cabins are configured with a divan that drops the headcount by one or two seats; confirm the layout with the operator before booking.
Range & performance
| Range | 3,340 nm |
| Max cruise | 466 ktas |
| Typical cruise | ~396 ktas |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft |
At 3,340 nm, the Praetor 500 crosses the US coast-to-coast non-stop with a full cabin and reserves. Cross-Atlantic flights typically need a fuel stop.
Distances are real great-circle nautical miles from the selected hub. Angular positions are spaced for readability, not actual bearings. Range envelope assumes no wind and a full passenger load.
Charter cost per hour
Charter the Praetor 500 at roughly $4,500–$7,500 per flight hour, depending on how far ahead you book. Midsize jets like this carry 7–9 passengers; the per-seat math improves sharply as you fill the cabin.
Rates are flight-hour pricing. Total cost depends on round-trip vs. one-way, positioning, fuel surcharges, and taxes (~15% on top of base). Run the math on your trip →
Praetor 500 vs Midsize Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the Praetor 500?
The Embraer Praetor 500 has a published range of 3,340 nautical miles with a typical passenger load.
How many passengers does the Praetor 500 seat?
Most Praetor 500 cabins seat 9 passengers in their standard charter configuration. Operator floor plans vary — some fleets configure for fewer seats with a divan or club-four layout.
How much does it cost to charter a Praetor 500?
Praetor 500 charter rates typically run $4,500–$7,500 per flight hour. Booking window, weekend versus weekday, and event-week surcharges move you within the band. A four-hour mission with taxi and positioning typically lands between $22,500 and $37,500 all-in.
Can you stand up in a Praetor 500?
The Praetor 500 has a cabin height of 4.9 ft. No — expect to duck slightly when moving through the cabin.
Where do Praetor 500s actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 164 Praetor 500 flights. The single busiest route was Las Vegas (KLAS) to Provo (KPVU), with 5 flights observed.
How do I book a Praetor 500 empty leg?
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Available Empty Legs on Praetor 500s
Praetor 500s for Charter (5)
Where Praetor 500s actually fly
ADS-B-tracked flights from the trailing 90 days. Numbers cover aircraft on our charter database; private corporate fleets and operators using PIA registration are not in this count. Methodology →
Top routes
Busiest origins
Most active operators
| Operator | Aircraft | Flights |
|---|---|---|
| Thrive Aviation | 1 | 112 |
| Priester Aviation, LLC | 1 | 48 |
| OnFlight, Inc. | 1 | 4 |
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