The Embraer Phenom 300 is a light business jet developed as a direct evolution of the original Phenom 100, designed to deliver increased range, payload, and cabin comfort while retaining the operational efficiency that defined Embraer’s early entry-level jet platform. Positioned above the very light jet category, the Phenom 300 established itself as one of the most capable and commercially successful light jets in the global business aviation market.
The Phenom 300 made its first flight on April 29, 2008, entered service in 2009, and remains in production through its latest enhanced variants. Building on the EMB-500 Phenom 100 architecture, the Phenom 300 incorporated a larger wing, higher maximum takeoff weight, more powerful engines, and a stretched fuselage, enabling it to move decisively into the light-jet category while maintaining single-pilot operational approval in many jurisdictions.
The aircraft is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535-E engines, each producing approximately 3,360 lbf of thrust. These engines support a maximum range of approximately 1,970 nautical miles with four passengers and NBAA IFR reserves, along with a typical high-speed cruise of about 453 KTAS. The Phenom 300 has a maximum takeoff weight of roughly 18,387 lb, a maximum operating altitude of 45,000 feet, and a takeoff distance near 3,100 feet, allowing access to shorter runways while maintaining strong climb and cruise performance.
The cabin reflects a significant step up from the Phenom 100 series, offering seating for six to eight business passengers depending on configuration. Cabin dimensions measure approximately 17 feet in length, 5.1 feet in width, and 4.9 feet in height, resulting in a cabin volume of roughly 324 cubic feet. Large windows, flat sidewalls, and an aft lavatory contribute to passenger comfort, while an externally accessible baggage compartment supports longer missions.
Over its production life, the Phenom 300 has benefited from continuous improvement, culminating in the Phenom 300E, which introduced refined avionics, improved braking performance, enhanced cabin styling, and flight-deck upgrades. The platform’s balance of performance, reliability, and operating economics has made it particularly attractive to corporate operators, charter fleets, and owner-pilots seeking a versatile light jet capable of regional and transcontinental missions.
