Light Jet · Comparison

Cessna Citation Bravo vs Embraer Phenom 300E

Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation Bravo 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
7 / 7
Range
3,240 km / 3,650 km
Cessna Citation BravoCessna Citation Bravo7 seats3,240 km range25 empty-leg offersEmbraer Phenom 300EEmbraer Phenom 300E7 seats3,650 km range26 empty-leg offers

How to choose

Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation Bravo is configured for 7 seats with cabin height 1.4 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 3,240 km for the Cessna Citation Bravo versus 3,650 km for the Embraer Phenom 300E, with cruise speeds of 740 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 $2,200/hr for the Cessna Citation Bravo and $2,500/hr for the Embraer Phenom 300E. Takeoff runway guidance is 1120 m versus 970 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.

Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 25 live public offers for the Cessna Citation Bravo 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

SpecCessna Citation BravoEmbraer Phenom 300E
ManufacturerCessnaEmbraer
CategoryLight JetLight Jet
Seats77
Range3,240 km3,650 km
Cruise speed740 km/h839 km/h
Typical hourly cost$2,200/hr$2,500/hr
Cabin height1.4 m1.5 m
Takeoff runway1120 m970 m
Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet2526

Key takeaways

On published range, the Embraer Phenom 300E covers more distance (3,650 km vs 3,240 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation Bravo ($2,200/hr vs $2,500/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Embraer Phenom 300E (26 vs 25).

FAQ

Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation Bravo or the Embraer Phenom 300E?

Published seating is 7 for the Cessna Citation Bravo and 7 for the Embraer Phenom 300E.

Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation Bravo or the Embraer Phenom 300E?

Published range is 3,240 km for the Cessna Citation Bravo and 3,650 km for the Embraer Phenom 300E.

What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation Bravo and the Embraer Phenom 300E?

Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,200/hr for the Cessna Citation Bravo and $2,500/hr for the Embraer Phenom 300E.

How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation Bravo vs the Embraer Phenom 300E?

EmptyJet currently lists 25 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Bravo and 26 for the Embraer Phenom 300E. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.