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Embraer Phenom 100
NameEmbraer Phenom 100
CaptionA Phenom 100 in flight
TypeVery light jet
National originBrazil
ManufacturerEmbraer
First flight26 July 2007
IntroductionDecember 2008
StatusIn service
Primary userNetJets
Produced2008–present
Number built400+ (all variants)
Unit costUS$4.25 million (2018)
Developed fromEmbraer Legacy
Variants with their own articlesEmbraer Phenom 300

Embraer Phenom 100. The Embraer Phenom 100 is a very light jet developed and manufactured by the Brazilian aerospace conglomerate Embraer. Announced at the EBACE convention in 2005, the aircraft entered service in late 2008, offering a spacious cabin and efficient performance for the business aviation market. It is the smallest jet in the Embraer Executive Jets portfolio and shares a common lineage with the larger Embraer Phenom 300.

Development and design

The program was officially launched in May 2005, with key design work conducted by Embraer engineers in collaboration with BMW Group's design studio, DesignworksUSA. The aircraft's development leveraged technologies and expertise from the company's successful E-Jet regional airliner series. Power is provided by two rear-mounted Pratt & Whitney Canada PW600 series turbofan engines, chosen for their fuel efficiency and reliability. The design emphasizes a comfortable cabin with a flat floor and a private aft lavatory, a notable feature for an aircraft in its class. Certification was pursued concurrently with the Federal Aviation Administration and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency.

Operational history

The first delivery occurred in December 2008 to Sino Jet, a charter operator based in Hong Kong. The aircraft quickly gained popularity in the fractional ownership market, with major orders from NetJets and Flexjet. It is commonly used for short to medium-range trips across North America and Europe, often serving as an efficient tool for corporations and private owners. The Royal Australian Air Force employs the type, designated PC-24, for utility and transport duties. Its operational success prompted Embraer to develop several enhanced variants over the following decade.

Variants

The initial model is the Phenom 100, certified in 2008. The improved Phenom 100E introduced a revised interior and increased baggage capacity in 2013. The current production model, the Phenom 100EV (Enhanced Version), debuted in 2017 featuring the Garmin G3000 integrated avionics suite, improved performance, and a redesigned cabin. A special mission variant, the Phenom 100EV Agility, is configured for surveillance and reconnaissance roles. The military training version is designated EMB-500 by the Brazilian Air Force.

Specifications (Phenom 100EV)

* **Crew:** 1–2 pilots * **Capacity:** 4–7 passengers * **Length:** 12.82 m (42 ft 1 in) * **Wingspan:** 12.3 m (40 ft 4 in) * **Height:** 4.35 m (14 ft 3 in) * **Max takeoff weight:** 4,805 kg (10,593 lb) * **Powerplant:** 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW617F1-E turbofan engines * **Maximum speed:** Mach 0.70 * **Range:** 2,177 km (1,353 mi) * **Service ceiling:** 13,716 m (45,000 ft) * **Avionics:** Garmin G3000 integrated flight deck

Operators

Primary commercial operators include fractional ownership giants NetJets and Flexjet, which maintain large fleets across the United States. Other significant corporate and charter operators are Fly Exclusive, Volato, and Air Hamburg. Government and military operators include the Brazilian Air Force, the Royal Australian Air Force, and the Italian Air Force. The aircraft is also popular with individual owner-pilots and small businesses worldwide.

Accidents and incidents

* On 28 May 2014, a Phenom 100 operated by Air Independence crashed near Milan-Malpensa Airport, killing all four people on board; the investigation cited spatial disorientation. * On 23 November 2019, a Phenom 100 overran the runway at Raleigh-Durham International Airport after a rejected takeoff; there were no fatalities. * On 5 March 2021, a Phenom 100EV crashed during a training flight near São Paulo, killing both pilots; the final report is pending.

Category:Embraer aircraft Category:Brazilian business jets Category:Very light jets Category:Twinjets Category:2000s Brazilian aircraft