Embraer Phenom 300 Marks 12 Consecutive Years As Bestselling Light Jet

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Posted On: 3/11/2024 9:40:12 AM
An Embraer Phenom 300E jet sits on a tarmac outside an Embraer facility.
Embraer reports that its Phenom 300E is the bestselling light jet for the 12th consecutive year. The popular aircraft holds six to 10 passengers and currently operates in 40 countries. (Photo courtesy of Embraer.)


Embraer is celebrating. Its Phenom 300 series has been the world’s bestselling light jet for 12 straight years and the bestselling twinjet for four consecutive years, according to the General Aviation Manufacturers Association. Embraer made 63 deliveries of new Phenom 300-series aircraft to customers in 2023.


The Phenom 300 series, the most successful business jet in the last decade, has recorded more than 730 deliveries around the world and currently operates in 40 countries. In addition to being the top seller, the Phenom 300 has also racked up the most flying hours in the United States, logging over 2 million flight hours and more than 360,000 flights over 12 months.


Ongoing Dedication

“The Phenom 300 series continues to demonstrate Embraer’s commitment to delivering the ultimate experience in business aviation,” says Michael Amalfitano, president and CEO of Embraer Executive Jets. “For more than a decade, the aircraft has earned well-deserved recognition and continues to excel in terms of performance, technology, comfort, and support. With our ongoing dedication to our loyal customers, we will continue to develop the program based on customer feedback, industry trends, and new technologies.”


About The Embraer Phenom 300 Series

The Phenom 300E is the fastest light jet in production with a high-speed cruise of 464 ktas. It has a 5-occupant range of 2,010 nautical miles (3,722 kilometers) with NBAA IFR reserves. The aircraft has a new optional autothrottle to enhance the single-pilot-friendly cockpit that already includes Prodigy Touch avionics and a Garmin G3000 flight deck.


The Phenom 300E also offers a Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System, Coupled Go-Around, Emergency Descent Mode, and more. The jet can accommodate six to 10 passengers and offers 84 cubic feet of baggage space.


Find Embraer Business Jets For Sale

You’ll find a large selection of new and used Embraer business jets for sale on Controller.com, including Phenom light jets like the 300E.


Source: Embraer


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