Embraer has a new $9.45 million air ambulance version of its private jet – take a look inside

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• Embraer has a new air ambulance concept for its Phenom 300E private jet aircraft.
• Designed by engineering firm umlaut, the concept allows for two stretchers to be placed in the passenger cabin alongside three passenger seats, with Aerolite technology powering the flying medical suite.
• The $9.45 million light jet is part of a best selling aircraft family at Embraer with over 550 orders placed since its inception.
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Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer just unveiled a new air ambulance platform for one of its private jets, the Phenom 300E. 

The flying medical suite can transport patients with capacity for two stretchers in the largest configuration and the latest medical technology onboard. The concept was designed by the engineering firm umlaut to be used with tech from Aerolite, which specializes in aeromedical equipment. 

Private jets have long been used in medical transport as they offer an unparalleled level of convenience and privacy compared to commercial airliners. Instead of relying on airline timetables, private aircraft can transport patients around the globe on a moment's notice.

In-flight doctors and nurses will often ride along on these flights, administering care during the journeys.

Boasting advancements in speed and range, the latest addition to Embraer's Phenom line-up costs $9.45 million and can fly nearly the width of the US without having to stop for fuel. The Phenom 300 family itself has gained over 550 orders and is a staple of private jet operators around the world. 

Take a look inside. 

Embraer's new air ambulance concept was designed using the Phenom 300E, the enhanced version of the Phenom 300.

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The Phenom 300 is a favorite among charter operators thanks to its low operating costs, long-range capabilities, and high cruising speeds, as Business Insider's David Slotnick found on a recent demonstration flight with AirShare.

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Its top speed is 495 miles per hour while it can climb as high as 45,000 feet – high enough to actually see the curvature of the Earth.

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