Embraer 500 Phenom 100

Turbofan • twin engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear

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Mission Profile

390
KTAS
Cruise Speed
6
Occupants
1178
nm
Max Range
577
lbs
Wet Payload

Estimated Ownership Costs

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About the Embraer 500 Phenom 100

The Embraer Phenom 100 (EMB-500) is a class-defining Very Light Jet (VLJ) that brings big-jet comfort to the entry-level market. Designed from scratch for single-pilot operation, it fits the niche between high-end turboprops and larger light jets. It is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW617F-E turbofan engines controlled by FADEC.

Key Features for GA Buyers

  • Oval Lite Cabin: Features a unique “oval” cross-section that offers more head and shoulder room than competitors like the Cessna Mustang, plus the largest windows in its class.
  • Avionics: Equipped with the Embraer Prodigy Flight Deck (based on the Garmin G1000 or G3000 in newer EV/EX models), making it highly intuitive for owner-pilots transitioning from piston aircraft.
  • Lavatory: One of the few VLJs to offer a fully enclosed, rigid-door lavatory, a major selling point for passenger comfort.
  • Ramp Presence: Features a distinct air-stair door and high tail that give it the aesthetic and feel of a larger corporate jet.

Trade-offs

  • Brake-by-Wire: Early models faced teething issues with the brake-by-wire system, though software updates have largely resolved this.
  • Real-World Range: While the brochure range is nearly 1,200 nm, real-world operation with IFR reserves and headwinds often limits legs to 800-900 nm.
  • Runway Performance: While capable, it requires more runway than some turboprop competitors (like the King Air), limiting access to very short or unimproved strips.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions

Wingspan
40.3 ft
Length
42.1 ft
Height
14.3 ft

Weights

Max Takeoff Weight
10,582 lbs
Max Landing Weight
9,766 lbs
Useful Load
3,384 lbs
Fuel Capacity
419 gal

Performance

Cruise Speed
390 KTAS
Range
1178 NM
Service Ceiling
41,000 ft
Rate of Climb
3061 fpm

Engines

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