Phenom 300, Most Delivered Business Jet

The Robb Report has named the Phenom 100E and the Phenom 300 as ‘the best of the best’ in their categories. From the stables of Brazilian aerospace major Embraer Executive Jets, the Phenom 300 was the most delivered business jet in the world in 2014, according to a report by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). In 2013 too, 60 Phenom 300 were delivered and in 2014, it went up to 73.

In just five years of operation, the Phenom 300 fleet has reached the 250 aircraft mark, having accrued a 57 per cent market share in the light jet category. The aircraft is in operation in over 20 countries and has accumulated close to 2,00,000 flight hours. The Phenom 300 is one of the fastest light jets, having recently established a National Aeronautic Association cross-country speed record in the United States, from Bellingham, Washington to Albany, New York.

SIX OCCUPANTS

The Phenom 300 performs among the top light jets, with a high speed cruise of 453 knots and a six-occupant range of 1,971 nautical miles (3,650 km) with NBAA (National Business Aviation Association) IFR reserves. This range allows non-stop flights from Miami to Telluride, or Los Angeles to Orlando. With the best climb and field performance in its class, the Phenom 300 costs less to operate and maintain than its peers. The aircraft is capable of flying at 45,000 feet, powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E engines with 3,200 pounds of thrust each.

LARGEST BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT

The Phenom 300 offers a spacious cabin, designed in partnership with BMW Designworks, USA and the largest baggage compartment in its category. The largest windows in the class deliver abundant natural lighting in the cabin as well as in the aft private lavatory. The comfort of the seats, with recline and full movement capability, is enhanced by the best pressurisation among light jets (6,600 ft maximum cabin altitude. The Phenom 300 features distinct temperature zones for pilots and passengers, a wardrobe and refreshment centre, voice and data communications options, and an entertainment system.

The pilot-friendly cockpit enables single-pilot operation and offers the advanced Prodigy Touch Flight Deck. The features it carries from a class above include single-point refuelling externally serviced testimony, and an air stair. The President and CEO of Embraer Executive jets, Marco Tulio Pellegrini, said: “We are very grateful for our customers’ preference for the Phenom 300, a truly revolutionary aircraft, designed with extensive customer input and feedback.”

INNOVATION

The Phenom 300 redefines the light jet segment. With the Prodigy Flight Deck 300, Embraer engineers have created the most highly intuitive and professional cockpit available among light jets. This jet really is a single-pilot’s dream.

COMFORT

Every inch of the Phenom 300 has been intelligently designed, and its not just the cabin that offers unprecedented space. The cockpit has been designed with human factors philosophy and this jet has the largest galley, baggage capacity and windows in its class.

ERGONOMICS

Embraer has not compromised on design. From the movement capability of the comfortable leather seats to extensive in-flight entertainment and connectivity within easy reach, Phenom 300 is as close to perfection as possible.

PERFORMANCE

With best-in-class performance, the Phenom 300 can take-off from challenging airports at high elevations and hot temperatures. With excellent fuel consumption, low operating costs and a redefined aerodynamic design, this jet does not let one down.

INTELLIGENT DESIGN

• BMW Designworks, USA
• Largest baggage compartment in its class
• Largest windows in its class
• Unique among light jets: windows in the lavatory
• Best pressurisation in class (6,600 feet max)
• Comfortable leather seats with recline capability
• Full movement capability for all seats
• Cabin temperature controlled by VIP seat
• Standard lavatory pocket door

LARGEST BAGGAGE CAPACITY IN CLASS

• 66 cubic ft aft baggage compartment – best in class
• Easy access
• Optional aft baggage compartment heating

COCKPIT EQUIPMENT – PRODIGY FLIGHT DECK

• Single-pilot operation
• Enhanced situational awareness
• Glass cockpit with large displays
• State-of-the-art avionics

The Phenom market saw a slight upward movement in both new aircraft deliveries and used transactions in the second quarter of 2015. The company delivered 26 Phenoms this quarter, four more than the same time period in 2014. There were six deliveries of the new Phenom 100Es, while the number of Phenom 300 delivered increased to 20 over the 16 delivered in the first quarter. The used Phantom market remains overall stable with available inventory levels remaining tight on both models. With this kind of market condition, an appropriately priced Phenom 100 or 300 should sell quickly.