Light Jet · Comparison
Beechcraft Premier IA vs Embraer Phenom 300E
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Beechcraft Premier IA and Embraer Phenom 300E: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Light Jet
- Seats
- 6 / 7
- Range
- 2,610 km / 3,650 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft Premier IA is configured for 6 seats with cabin height 1.6 m; the Embraer Phenom 300E offers 7 seats and 1.5 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 2,610 km for the Beechcraft Premier IA versus 3,650 km for the Embraer Phenom 300E, with cruise speeds of 828 km/h and 839 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $2,500/hr for the Beechcraft Premier IA and $2,500/hr for the Embraer Phenom 300E. Takeoff runway guidance is 1097 m versus 970 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 12 live public offers for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 26 for the Embraer Phenom 300E right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Beechcraft Premier IA | Embraer Phenom 300E |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Embraer |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 6 | 7 |
| Range | 2,610 km | 3,650 km |
| Cruise speed | 828 km/h | 839 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,500/hr | $2,500/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.6 m | 1.5 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1097 m | 970 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 12 | 26 |
Key takeaways
The Embraer Phenom 300E seats more passengers (7 vs 6). On published range, the Embraer Phenom 300E covers more distance (3,650 km vs 2,610 km). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Embraer Phenom 300E (26 vs 12).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft Premier IA or the Embraer Phenom 300E?
Published seating is 6 for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 7 for the Embraer Phenom 300E.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Premier IA or the Embraer Phenom 300E?
Published range is 2,610 km for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 3,650 km for the Embraer Phenom 300E.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft Premier IA and the Embraer Phenom 300E?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,500/hr for the Beechcraft Premier IA and $2,500/hr for the Embraer Phenom 300E.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft Premier IA vs the Embraer Phenom 300E?
EmptyJet currently lists 12 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 26 for the Embraer Phenom 300E. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.