Embraer Phenom 100
Embraer · Brazil · first flew 2007 · light aircraft
The Embraer Phenom 100 is a very light jet designed for owner-pilot and charter operation, offering a pressurised cabin with modern avionics at a competitive price point. It is part of Embraer's successful executive aviation product line.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, swept |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × turbofan, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | Twin rear-fuselage turbofan engines |
| T — Tail | T-tail |
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Spot it by:
- Small entry-level business jet with T-tail
- Twin rear-fuselage turbofan engines
- Brazilian-built very light jet
A compact sleek business jet with rear-mounted turbofans flanking the T-tail, low swept wings, and a circular cabin cross-section; smaller and stubbier than the larger Phenom 300.
Specifications
- The Embraer Phenom 100 has a length of 12.8 m (42 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12.3 m (40 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 756 km/h (470 mph).
- Typical crew: 1-2, up to 6 passengers.
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History
Launched at NBAA 2005 and first flying in 2007, the Phenom 100 was certified in 2008 and entered service quickly, becoming one of the best-selling very light jets. It introduced Embraer's Prodigy flight deck and attracted strong demand from fractional ownership operators and private buyers.
Variants
The Phenom 100E is the enhanced variant with improved range and avionics; the 100EV adds further improvements.
Where you'll see it
In widespread service globally with private owners, fractional operators, and charter companies; some examples used for pilot training.
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