Swiss-based JetBird to launch new pan-European low cost executive jet service

São José dos Campos, May 3, 2006 – Embraer today announced that Geneva-based JetBird has acquired 50 Phenom 100 jets and has placed an option for an additional 50 aircraft. The contract allows JetBird to convert its positions into either the Phenom 100 or the Phenom 300.

Eclipse puts Eclipse 500 jets to the test as flight hours accumulate towards FAA certification

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND — May 02, 2006 — Eclipse Aviation, manufacturer of the revolutionary Eclipse 500 very light jet (VLJ), today announced that the Eclipse 500 test fleet has amassed 1,700 total flight hours on the path to FAA certification, with 700 hours accumulated in the last three months alone. Completing testing at an unprecedented rate, the company projects it will achieve FAA certification by the end of this quarter and EASA certification by the end of the year.

Eclipse 500 testing demonstrates exceptionally low noise and engine emissions

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND — May 02, 2006 — Eclipse Aviation Corporation today announced that early Eclipse 500 tests indicate the breakthrough very light jet (VLJ) will exceed the company’s already aggressive expectations for low aircraft noise, engine smoke emissions and cabin sound.