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One of the strongest indicators of future charter demand is aircraft order books. Flexjet's latest aircraft delivery from Embraer serves as a market signal that demand for super-midsize aircraft is strong and that companies are confident in future charter and fractional demand.On Sept. 18, Flexjet accepted delivery of the first Praetor 600E, becoming the launch customer for the latest version of Embraer's super-midsize jet. The delivery is part of a much larger relationship. In 2025, Flexjet and Embraer announced an agreement valued at up to $7 billion covering 182 firm aircraft and 30 options, including the Praetor 600, now entering service in its enhanced 600E configuration. Flexjet expects 12 Praetor 600Es in its fleet by the end of the year, continuing a fleet expansion strategy that remains heavily focused on Embraer aircraft.What the 600E brings to the tableThe 600E showcases Embraer's new Smart Window, a 42-inch 4K OLED touchscreen that replaces a cabin window and doubles as a video-conferencing display, entertainment screen, and live feed from three external cameras. It's paired with a redesigned cabin management system that's accessible through an app and voice commands. Seating has been re-engineered for comfort along with added legroom. The galley has been upgraded to serve more meals on longer missions. On the flight deck, the 600E keeps the Praetor line's Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics and adds Embraer's Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System. Range remains the same as previous models at 4,018 nautical miles, which is enough to make it the farthest-flying jet in the super-midsize class, with nonstop London-to-New York capability.The super-midsize segment is one of the industry's most strategically important categories. Operators value aircraft that can perform longer missions without moving into costs associated with larger cabin jets. The Praetor family has become one of the primary competitors in that space, which explains why companies like Flexjet continue adding aircraft. Why it mattersAt a time when used Praetor 600 inventory is thin, this $7 billion deal has officially started turning orders into aircraft on ramps. The super-midsize market is in need of liquidity. Flexjet and Embraer, boosted by growing charter demand, seem to be doing their best to turn that narrative around.