Embraer's Phenom 300 series has nailed it again, being the top-selling and most delivered light jet globally for the 13th year straight, as per the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). The data also shows it's the most delivered twin-engine jet for the fifth year running. To hit this milestone, the company delivered 65 Phenom 300 series planes in 2024, wrapping up the year with the industry's best book-to-bill ratio.
With over 830 deliveries around the globe, flying in 40 countries, and clocking more than 2.5 million flight hours, the Phenom 300 series is a big deal. It's designed for single-pilot operation and is famous for its top-notch features, offering amazing value, reliability, and usage to its dedicated customers worldwide. Plus, it holds the highest resale value in the industry, showcasing Embraer's dedication to efficiency, innovation, and top-tier engineering.
“It’s an extraordinary time for Embraer Executive Jets as we continue our strong sales and deliveries momentum, as well as accelerate our market share growth as reflected in our recent results. These latest GAMA figures are the perfect complement to the company’s success and solidify our industry-leading position,” said Michael Amalfitano, President & CEO of Embraer Executive Jets. “The Phenom 300 series remains the benchmark for excellence in its category, combining unmatched performance, disruptive technology, superior comfort, and reliable support. We are proud to see these consistent strengths recognized once again and look forward to welcoming many more customers to the ultimate experience in business aviation.”
The Phenom 300E is the quickest light jet you can get right now, cruising at a speedy 464 knots. It can fly five people up to 2,010 nautical miles (3,724 km) with NBAA IFR reserves. It's packed with cool tech like advanced avionics, a Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System (ROAAS) that's a first in business aviation, plus autothrottle, a coupled go-around, Emergency Descent Mode (EDM), and more.
Taking a look past the light jet scene, GAMA's data shows that more people are going for the company’s medium cabin aircraft. The Praetor 500 now grabs over 40% of the midsize market, and the whole Praetor jet family saw a 34% jump in deliveries from last year. This just goes to show how popular the Praetor 500 and Praetor 600 are with corporate flight departments and fleet operators.
The Phenom 300E is the fastest jet you can fly solo, cruising at a speedy 464 knots. It can cover 2,010 nautical miles (3,724 km) with five people on board and still have fuel reserves. It climbs like a champ and is cheaper to run and maintain than others in its class. This jet can soar up to 45,000 feet, thanks to its two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E1 engines, each packing 3,478 pounds of thrust. The cockpit is designed for easy single-pilot use, featuring the advanced Prodigy Touch Flight Deck, which is based on the popular Garmin 3000 avionics. It's the first and only jet to offer Embraer’s Runway Overrun and Awareness Alerting System (ROAAS) and includes autothrottle to ease the workload. Plus, it comes with features usually found in larger jets, like single-point refuelling, an externally serviced bathroom, and an airstair.
The Phenom 300E has a roomy cabin with Embraer's signature design and one of the biggest baggage compartments in its class. It boasts the largest windows around, letting in tons of natural light both in the cabin and the private bathroom. The seats are super comfy with full recline and movement, and the jet offers top-notch pressurization (max cabin altitude of 6,600 ft.) for a smooth ride. You’ll find separate temperature controls for pilots and passengers, plus a wardrobe, refreshment centre, communication options, and an entertainment system.
