Embraer launches new Phenom 300EV light jet version

The world’s best-selling light jet, the Phenom 300 from Embraer, is getting Garmin’s emergency autoland technology. The Phenom 300EV from Embraer is the newest version of the world’s best-selling light jet over the past 14 years. It follows the original Phenom 300 and then Phenom 300E. The Phenom 300EV will be updated with intuitive safety technology, including Garmin Emergency Autoland. Price is $13.9 million. It incorporates a series of performance and interior enhancements designed to amplify the customer experience. Using Garmin Emergency Autoland, the Phenom 300EV can execute a fully automated landing in the unlikely event of pilot incapacitation. Class-exclusive Autobrake also supports landings and takeoffs. A new Embraer-developed Multi-Purpose Electronic Controller integrates rudder-by-wire and other electronically controlled aircraft functions, reducing pilot workload and simplifying maintenance. Additional enhancements, as part of Garmin G3000 Prodigy Touch, include runway and taxi situational awareness based on Garmin’s 3D Taxiway Routing and Runway Occupancy Awareness, a synthetic vision guidance system, FANS 1/A+, RNP AR 0.3, and an inertial reference system (IRS). These complement features such as the Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System, Autothrottle, and Emergency Descent Mode. Per Embraer, “Together, these systems expand the aircraft’s capabilities, focused on safety and reduced workload across a wide range of operating conditions.” President & CEO Michael Amalfitano says, “Through purposeful innovations combining enhanced safety technology, amplified performance, and thoughtful cabin refinements, we have introduced meaningful advancements that make flying more intuitive, seamless, and enjoyable.”It is not only the evolution of the world’s best-selling light jet, but a clear statement that the market leadership excellence benchmark continues to belong to Embraer.” Performance updates include an extended range of up to 2,055 nautical miles and an increase in maximum zero-fuel weight, adding approximately 430 pounds of payload capacity. The Phenom 300EV also introduces new True Blue Power lithium-ion batteries and LED taxi and landing lights, designed to improve reliability and dispatch performance. Cabin refinements focus on onboard functionality and environmental control for passengers and crew. The Phenom 300EV introduces line-fit, state-of-the-art worldwide connectivity via Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, enabled by Gogo Galileo. Starlink connectivity will also be available as an aftermarket solution through a Supplemental Type Certificate. Additional enhancements include an odorless vacuum lavatory. There is also improved cabin temperature control. A redesigned refreshment center offers the flexibility to add a preferred hot beverage machine. The aircraft continues to offer a maximum cabin altitude of 6,600 feet. It has one of the largest baggage compartments in its category. It also has the largest windows in the light jet class. The entry airstair is inspired by larger-cabin jets. Deliveries of the new model are expected to begin in 2028. There are currently 500 Phenom 300s and 407 Phenom 300Es active, according to Amstat. Airshare, Elite Jets, Flexjet, Magellan Jets, Nicholas Air, Wheels Up, and NetJets feature the Phenom 300 in their fractional and jet card fleets.