Embraer
Phenom 100
The Embraer Phenom 100 is the Brazilian manufacturer’s first entry into the very light jet (VLJ) market, launching a new segment for private and business aviation. Development began in 2002 under the code‑name “EMB‑500”, and the prototype performed its maiden flight on March 22, 2007. After a rigorous certification program with the FAA and EASA, the aircraft received type certification in 2009 and entered commercial service the following year, quickly becoming the most popular VLJ worldwide.
Powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW617F‑E turbofan engines, the Phenom 100 cruises at 390 knots (720 km/h) and can travel up to 1,200 nautical miles with a typical four‑passenger cabin layout. Its composite‑sandwich wing and all‑glass avionics suite, the Phenom‑World, provide exceptional handling, low operating costs, and runway performance that includes operations from 3,000‑foot strips. The cabin, though compact, offers a quiet, pressurised environment with luggage space comparable to larger jets.
The aircraft’s significance lies in democratizing jet travel, offering owners and operators a cost‑effective platform that bridges the gap between piston‑powered turboprops and larger business jets. Its success spurred further development of the Phenom 300 series and cemented Embraer’s reputation as a global leader in light business aviation.
Powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW617F‑E turbofan engines, the Phenom 100 cruises at 390 knots (720 km/h) and can travel up to 1,200 nautical miles with a typical four‑passenger cabin layout. Its composite‑sandwich wing and all‑glass avionics suite, the Phenom‑World, provide exceptional handling, low operating costs, and runway performance that includes operations from 3,000‑foot strips. The cabin, though compact, offers a quiet, pressurised environment with luggage space comparable to larger jets.
The aircraft’s significance lies in democratizing jet travel, offering owners and operators a cost‑effective platform that bridges the gap between piston‑powered turboprops and larger business jets. Its success spurred further development of the Phenom 300 series and cemented Embraer’s reputation as a global leader in light business aviation.
Classification
Dimensions
- Length
- 12.8 metre
- Height
- 4.4 metre
Performance
- Maximum Speed
- 750 kilometre per hour
- Range
- 2182 kilometre
Production & History
- Units Produced
- 299
- First Flight
- 2007
Design & Classification
- Manufacturer
- Embraer
- Engine
- Pratt & Whitney Canada PW600
- Wikidata ID
- Q1049547