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Honda celebrates type validation of Elite II in Brazil
The first Brazilian delivery of a HondaJet Elite II follows official type validation by ANAC, paving the way for future sales in Brazil. The aircraft will continue to be sold through Lider Aviacao.
The enhanced features of the Elite II will enable customers in Brazil and across South America to travel farther, more efficiently and with an elevated level of comfort.
Read this story in our September/October 2026 printed issue.

Honda Aircraft has delivered the first HondaJet Elite II to Brazil following type validation by the Brazilian Agencia Nacional de Aviacao Civil (ANAC). The HondaJet will continue to be sold through Lider Aviacao, the exclusive authorised sales representative of Brazil.

“This delivery underscores Honda Aircraft Company’s commitment to building a global fleet presence while delivering meaningful value to customers worldwide,” says SVP and CCO Amod Kelkar. “The enhanced features of the Elite II will enable customers in Brazil and across South America to travel farther, more efficiently and with an elevated level of comfort.”

Lider Aviacao is headquartered in Belo Horizonte, and operates 22 FBOs throughout Brazil. Including the latest sale, it has supported a total of nine HondaJet deliveries in the country since 2017.

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