Phenom100

Phenom100 is the smallest model in Embraer’s Phenom family of light business jets produced by Embraer Executive Jets. The program was announced in the mid-2000s as Embraer aimed to offer an affordable entry into jet ownership. The Phenom 100 first flew on July 24, 2007, and received certification in 2008, entering commercial service soon afterward. Production was located in Embraer’s facilities in Melbourne, Florida. The aircraft is a twin-engine, rear-fuselage-mounted light jet designed for single-pilot operation, with a compact cabin configured for four to five passengers. It uses a modern glass cockpit and dual-redundant systems to support IFR operation.

In terms of performance, the Phenom 100 cruises at about Mach 0.65 to 0.70 and has a range of roughly 1,100 to 1,200 nautical miles, with a service ceiling around 41,000 feet. Its twin rear-mounted engines provide efficient short-field performance suitable for regional travel, and the cabin emphasizes comfort in a compact footprint. The jet targets private owners, flight departments, and light charter operators seeking lower operating costs compared to larger jets.

Over its production life the Phenom 100 received equipment and avionics upgrades and served as the entry point to Embraer’s Phenom family, which includes larger models such as the Phenom 300. As with many light jets, it emphasized single-pilot capability, good economics, and a simplified maintenance profile.