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- Ultra-large Aircraft Is Company's Fourth Business Jet Offering

Embraer (NYSE: ERJ) today introduced the Lineage 1000, an ultra-large business jet based on the EMBRAER 190 commercial jet platform. Embraer unveiled plans for the Lineage 1000 at the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE), to be held in Geneva, Switzerland, May 3-5, 2006. The aircraft is the fourth in Embraer's growing business jet portfolio.

"When we unveiled the Phenom jets only 12 months ago, we asserted to the business aviation community our firm commitment to stay in this industry and grow our presence," said Mauricio Botelho, Embraer President and CEO. "We are now taking advantage of the EMBRAER 190 platform to launch the Lineage 1000, a premium product with superior comfort and performance characteristics. This is yet another demonstration of Embraer's long-term vision and will to serve our customers with a product line that spans the market."

Presented as an 'ultra-large' business jet, the Lineage 1000 features an oversized cabin space with a luxurious interior in five distinct areas, where up to 19 passengers will enjoy a variety of ambiences for lounging, dining, conferencing or relaxing.

"The Lineage 1000 is in a class of its own," said Luis Carlos Affonso, Embraer Senior Vice-President, Executive Jets. "Abounding with space, premium comfort, refined appointments and convenient amenities, the Lineage 1000 will deliver the ultimate in travel comfort, performance and operational economics."

The Lineage 1000 offers the flexibility of interior customizations with the possibility of up to three lavatories and even a stand-up shower. The airplane's generous baggage compartment is complemented by a walk-in luggage area conveniently accessible in flight. The distinctive luxury of the Lineage 1000 combined with prime engineering -- featuring fly-by-wire technology -- will offer a superior travel experience.

Underneath all the luxury lies a solid and proven aircraft platform based on the reputable EMBRAER 190, from which the Lineage 1000 inherits the expert design for high performance and high utilization, with low operating costs.

The Lineage 1000 is expected to enter service in mid-2008.
For more information on the Lineage 1000, go to http://www.embraer.com .
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