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Embraer Phenom 300E: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
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Embraer Phenom 300E: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
The Embraer Phenom 300E is the world's best-selling light jet for 13 consecutive years and the fastest, longest-range single-pilot business jet in production. With 2,010 nautical miles of range, a maximum cruise of Mach 0.80 (464 ktas), a 45,000 ft service ceiling, and the lowest cabin altitude in its class at 5,600 ft, the Phenom 300E sets every meaningful benchmark in the light jet segment. New equipped price: $10,995,000.
For owner-operators, light corporate flight departments, and premium charter operators, the Phenom 300E is the most-validated platform in private aviation.
Phenom 300E Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | Light Jet |
| First Flight | April 29, 2008 |
| Original 300 Certified | December 3, 2009 |
| 300E Introduced | 2018 |
| Upgraded 300E (with PW535E1) | March 2020 |
| Crew | 1 pilot (single-pilot certified) |
| Passengers (Standard) | 7 to 8 in club configuration |
| Passengers (Max) | 10 (with cockpit jumpseat, side-facing seat, belted lav) |
| Max Range (NBAA IFR, 4 pax) | 2,010 nm / 3,723 km |
| Max Cruise Speed | 464 ktas (Mach 0.80) |
| Long-Range Cruise | 385 ktas |
| Max Operating Altitude | 45,000 ft |
| Cabin Altitude at FL450 | 5,600 ft |
| Engines | 2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E1 |
| Thrust per Engine | 3,478 lbf (6,956 lbf total) |
| Avionics | Garmin G3000-based Prodigy Touch |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 18,553 lbs |
| Cabin Length | 17.2 ft |
| Cabin Width | 5.1 ft (61 in) |
| Cabin Height | 4.9 ft (59 in) |
| Cabin Volume | 324 cubic ft |
| Total Baggage Volume | 84 cubic ft |
| Takeoff Distance | 3,209 ft |
| Landing Distance | 2,220 ft |
| New Equipped Price (2025) | $10,995,000 |
History and Development
The Phenom 300 was Embraer's response to customer demand for a larger sibling to the Phenom 100. While the original design intent was a simple stretched 100, Embraer ultimately took a clean-sheet approach, resulting in:
- More powerful engines
- Spoiler-equipped swept wings with winglets
- A purpose-built light jet cabin platform
- Higher gross weight and stronger structure
The platform lineage:
- Phenom 300 (2009): Original production model
- Phenom 300E (2018): Redesigned interior, new Garmin G3000 Prodigy Touch avionics, Ground Power Mode
- Phenom 300E with PW535E1 (March 2020): Upgraded engines (3,478 lbf vs. 3,360 lbf), max speed increased to Mach 0.80 (from 0.78), range expanded to 2,010 nm (from 1,992 nm), predictive windshear, stabilized approach, and the industry-first Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System (ROAAS)
In 2013, the Phenom 300 became the most-delivered business jet of any size or category in the world. By March 2019, Embraer had delivered the 500th Phenom 300, capturing more than half the light jet market since 2012. That dominance has continued through 2025.
Exterior Dimensions and Airframe
The Phenom 300E is a twin-engine cantilever monoplane with low-mounted swept wings and rear-mounted Pratt & Whitney turbofans. The structure is 18% composite material with a 28,000 flight cycle or 35,000 flight hour rated structural life.
| Exterior Dimension | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 51 ft 4 in |
| Wingspan | 52 ft 2 in (with winglets) |
| Height | 16 ft 9 in |
Cabin Interior and Passenger Experience
The Phenom 300E's cabin is built around Embraer's signature Oval Lite cross-section, which delivers segment-leading headroom and a stand-up center aisle that other light jets cannot match.
Cabin Dimensions
| Cabin Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Cabin Length | 17.2 ft |
| Cabin Width | 5.1 ft (61 inches) |
| Cabin Height | 4.9 ft (59 inches) |
| Cabin Volume | 324 cubic ft |
Seating Configurations
The standard configuration seats 7 to 8 passengers, with optional layouts supporting up to 10 occupants:
- Standard Club Four + Two Forward: Six executive seats with optional fifth and sixth
- Executive Club Six: Two facing pairs plus two additional seats
- Bossa Nova Interior Option: Available since 2020, refined finishes and color palette
- Ready-Fit Medevac Configuration: Available for new builds and retrofits since August 2020
Cabin Features
- Lowest cabin altitude in class: 5,600 ft at FL450, dramatically reducing passenger fatigue on longer legs
- Oval Lite cross-section: Genuine stand-up center aisle
- Embraer's Design DNA interior: Premium materials and finishes
- Stowable executive tables: For work or dining
- Aft enclosed lavatory: With external service access
- Forward galley: Refreshment center, cup holders, storage
- Cabin management system: Lighting, temperature, entertainment integration
- In-flight connectivity options: Wi-Fi standard on new builds
- Reclining executive seats: Premium leather, ergonomic design
- Large windows: Generous natural light throughout
Baggage Capacity
The Phenom 300E provides 84 cubic feet of total baggage capacity across forward and aft compartments. That capacity is best-in-class for a light jet and supports full luggage loads for 8 passengers including golf bags and skis.
Performance Specifications
The Phenom 300E's performance envelope is what cements its position as the best-selling light jet in the world.
Speed and Range
| Performance Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Cruise Speed | 464 ktas (Mach 0.80) |
| High-Speed Cruise | 444 ktas |
| Long-Range Cruise | 385 ktas |
| Range (NBAA IFR, 4 pax) | 2,010 nm |
| Range (Max Payload) | 1,732 nm |
| Service Ceiling | 45,000 ft |
| Time to FL450 | Approximately 26 minutes |
Runway Performance
| Field Performance | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff Distance (MTOW, SL, ISA) | 3,209 ft |
| Landing Distance | 2,220 ft |
| Balanced Field Length | 3,209 ft |
Typical Mission Examples
- New York to Aspen (1,629 nm)
- Los Angeles to Chicago (1,512 nm)
- Houston to Palm Beach (1,025 nm)
- London to Cairo (1,977 nm)
- Miami to Boston (1,255 nm)
- Geneva to Dubai (2,605 nm with stop)
- Teterboro to Los Angeles (2,135 nm with favorable winds)
The Phenom 300E will reliably handle nearly any U.S. transcontinental city pair, and substantial European-to-Middle East missions are within reach.
Engines and Systems
Two rear-mounted Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E1 turbofans power the current Phenom 300E, each producing 3,478 lbf of thrust (6,956 lbf total). The E1 variant, introduced in 2020, added thrust over the earlier PW535E (3,360 lbf).
Engine and systems highlights:
- FADEC: Full Authority Digital Engine Control
- Ground Power Mode: Allows engine operation on ground for cabin systems without APU
- Single-Point Pressure Refueling: Standard
- Brake-by-Wire: Reduces pilot workload
- Multifunction Spoilers: Speed brakes and lift dumpers
- Anti-Skid Braking: Standard
- Wing Anti-Ice: Bleed air heated
Avionics and Flight Deck
The Phenom 300E features the Garmin G3000-based Prodigy Touch flight deck, optimized for single-pilot operation with intuitive touchscreen controls and reduced workload features.
Standard avionics suite includes:
- Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System (ROAAS): Industry-first, predictive runway overrun warning
- Predictive Windshear: Identifies wind shear conditions before encounter
- Stabilized Approach Awareness: Alerts to unstable approach conditions
- Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT): 3D terrain awareness
- SurfaceWatch: Runway awareness on ground
- Graphical Flight Planning: Touch-driven flight plan modification
- Vertical Navigation (VNAV): Standard
- TCAS II: Traffic collision avoidance
- ADS-B Out and In: Compliance and weather/traffic display
- Weather Radar: Vertical scan, ground clutter suppression, turbulence detection
The Prodigy Touch flight deck is the most advanced single-pilot avionics platform in the light jet segment.
Operating Costs and Economics
The Phenom 300E offers favorable operating economics relative to its capability, which is a major driver of its market dominance.
Direct Operating Cost Breakdown
| Cost Item | Per Hour |
|---|---|
| Fuel (approximately 174 gph) | $1,200 to $1,600 |
| Engine Reserve | $525 |
| Airframe Maintenance | $562 |
| Misc Variable | $162 |
| Total Variable Cost | ~$1,981 to $2,400/hr |
Annual Fixed Cost Estimates (450 hours per year)
| Cost Item | Annual |
|---|---|
| Crew (single-pilot or two-crew) | $0 to $250,000 |
| Hangar | $50,000 to $70,000 |
| Insurance | $40,000 to $65,000 |
| Recurrent Training | $30,000 |
| Subscriptions, Connectivity | $25,000 |
| Total Annual Fixed | ~$300,000 to $440,000 |
Total annual budget at 450 hours: approximately $1.4 to $1.9 million, working out to roughly $3,100 to $4,200 per hour all-in.
Charter Rates
Phenom 300E charter rates typically run $4,500 to $6,500 per flight hour.
Pricing: New and Pre-Owned
| Market | Price Range |
|---|---|
| New Phenom 300E (2025 equipped price) | $10,995,000 |
| Pre-Owned 2020 to 2023 300E (PW535E1) | $9,500,000 to $10,800,000 |
| Pre-Owned 2018 to 2019 300E | $7,500,000 to $9,000,000 |
| Pre-Owned 2014 to 2017 Phenom 300 | $5,500,000 to $7,000,000 |
| Pre-Owned 2010 to 2013 Phenom 300 | $4,000,000 to $5,500,000 |
The Phenom 300E maintains the highest residual value retention in the light jet segment.
Mission Profile: Who Should Buy a Phenom 300E?
Best fit profiles:
- Owner-Operators Stepping Up From Entry-Level Jets: Single-pilot certification with light-jet capability
- Light Corporate Flight Departments: Standard issue for the segment
- Fractional Operators: a major fractional operator, a fractional operator, and others fly substantial Phenom 300 fleets
- Charter Operators: Strong utilization economics and broad customer recognition
- HNW Individuals Flying U.S. Transcontinental: 2,010 nm range covers virtually every domestic mission
Less suited if:
- You routinely fly with 9+ passengers
- You need international or transoceanic capability (look to Praetor 600 or super-midsize)
- You want the largest cabin in your price range (Praetor 500 or Citation Latitude offer different tradeoffs)
Phenom 300E vs. Direct Competitors
| Aircraft | Range (nm) | Max Cruise | Cabin Volume | New Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 2,010 | 464 ktas (M 0.80) | 324 cu ft | $10.995M |
| Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 | 2,165 | 451 ktas | 311 cu ft | $11.6M |
| Pilatus PC-24 | 2,000 | 440 ktas | 501 cu ft | $11.6M |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Gen2 | 2,040 | 416 ktas | 264 cu ft | $9.4M |
The Phenom 300E leads on cabin altitude and offers the best balance of speed, range, and cost. The PC-24 offers more cabin volume and rough-field capability; the CJ4 Gen2 offers more raw range; the CJ3+ Gen2 offers a lower entry price.
Pros and Cons
What the Phenom 300E Does Well
- World's best-selling light jet for 13 consecutive years
- Fastest single-pilot business jet in production (Mach 0.80)
- Longest range in the single-pilot category (2,010 nm)
- Class-leading cabin altitude (5,600 ft at FL450)
- ROAAS runway overrun warning (industry-first safety system)
- Highest residual value retention in segment
- Stand-up center aisle (Oval Lite cross-section)
- Largest baggage capacity in light jet class (84 cu ft)
Tradeoffs to Understand
- Single-aisle layout, not super-midsize cabin volume
- PW535E1 engine costs are competitive but not the lowest
- New build wait times have extended given strong demand
- Premium pricing in pre-owned market
Frequently Asked Questions
How far can a Phenom 300E fly?
The Phenom 300E has a maximum NBAA IFR range of 2,010 nautical miles with four passengers. That covers nearly every U.S. transcontinental city pair and substantial international missions.
How many passengers does the Phenom 300E carry?
Standard configurations seat 7 to 8 passengers. Maximum certified capacity is 10 occupants with cockpit jumpseat, side-facing seat, and belted lavatory.
Is the Phenom 300E single-pilot certified?
Yes. The Phenom 300E is certified for single-pilot operation and holds the title of fastest and longest-range single-pilot jet in production.
What is the difference between the Phenom 300 and Phenom 300E?
The Phenom 300E (2018) introduced a redesigned interior and the Garmin G3000-based Prodigy Touch avionics. The upgraded 300E (March 2020) added the more powerful PW535E1 engines, expanded range to 2,010 nm, increased maximum speed to Mach 0.80, and added ROAAS, predictive windshear, and stabilized approach awareness.
What is ROAAS?
The Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System is an Embraer-developed industry-first that predicts runway overrun conditions during approach and landing, alerting pilots in time to take corrective action.
What does it cost to charter a Phenom 300E?
Charter rates for the Phenom 300E typically range $4,500 to $6,500 per flight hour, depending on operator, route, and positioning.
How much does a Phenom 300E cost to operate per year?
A typical owner flying 450 hours per year should budget $1.4 to $1.9 million annually, working out to approximately $3,100 to $4,200 per hour all-in.
What is the cabin altitude of the Phenom 300E?
The Phenom 300E maintains a cabin altitude of just 5,600 feet when cruising at its maximum altitude of 45,000 feet. This is the lowest cabin altitude in the light jet class, dramatically reducing passenger fatigue on longer flights.
The Bottom Line
The Phenom 300E is the most-validated, best-selling, and most capable single-pilot light jet in production. For thirteen consecutive years, the market has chosen it more often than any competitor, and the 2020 PW535E1 upgrade closed the few remaining performance gaps. For owner-operators, light corporate flight departments, and premium charter, the Phenom 300E is the safest choice in the category.
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Specifications and pricing accurate as of 2026. All performance figures based on standard atmospheric conditions and NBAA IFR fuel reserves unless otherwise noted.