Embraer launches Phenom 300E enhanced business jet

Embraer has unveiled the Phenom 300E light jet, its newest business aircraft. It is designated “E” for “Enhanced” in reference to its entirely redesigned cabin and the addition of Lufthansa Technik’s nice brand HD cabin management system/inflight entertainment (CMS/IFE).

Originally launched in 2005, the Phenom 300 first entered the market in 2009. The Phenom 300 has been the most delivered business jet since 2013 with more than 400 aircraft in nearly 40 countries. Deliveries of the Phenom 300E will commence in the first quarter of 2018.

The Phenom 300E inherits the Embraer DNA Design, first introduced in its larger siblings, the Legacy 450 and Legacy 500 midsize jets. The application of this design in the Phenom 300E renders a more spacious cabin with more customization options and ease of maintainability.

The new seats in the Phenom 300E feature broader backs for greater support, extendable headrests with bolsters, and extendable leg rests for improved ergonomics. The aircraft’s seats were designed and engineered by Embraer and will be manufactured at Embraer Aero Seating Technologies, in Titusville, Florida.

The Phenom 300E features an exclusive upper technology panel (upper tech panel) along the centerline of the aircraft’s ceiling, to improve passenger ergonomics. The innovative upper tech panel presents passengers with pertinent inflight information, while allowing for convenient interaction with cabin management controls, as well as the option of inflight entertainment with audio and video on demand via two slender swing-down 7" displays. The unit also offers an enhanced cabin lighting scheme, with a broad range of ambient mood selections. Bluetooth connectivity allows passengers to view inflight information on their personal devices.

The Phenom 300E performs among the top light jets, with a high-speed cruise of 453kts and a six-occupant range of 1,971nm (3,650km) with reserves. The aircraft is capable of flying at 45,000ft (13,716m), powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E engines with 3,200 lb of thrust each.

The advanced Prodigy Touch Flight Deck is based on the Garmin 3000 avionics suite. Other features include single-point refueling, externally serviced lavatory, and an air stair.