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Beechcraft King Air 360 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Embraer Phenom 300e

The Beechcraft King Air 360 is a pressurized twin‑turboprop, typically positioned as a versatile short‑to‑midrange business aircraft with strong short‑field and regional access. Its range is generally around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles depending on load and conditions, and it commonly carries about 6–9 passengers in typical executive layouts (with higher-density options possible). The Embraer Phenom 100EV is a very light jet, aimed at efficient short‑haul missions. Its range is typically about 1,100–1,200 nautical miles, and it usually seats 4–7 passengers, often configured for 4–6 in comfort. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet (often considered at the top of the light‑jet segment), designed for longer legs and higher cruise speeds than the 100EV. Its range is typically about 1,900–2,000 nautical miles, and it commonly accommodates 6–10 passengers depending on configuration, with 7–9 being typical for executive use.

SpecBeechcraft King Air 360Embraer Phenom 100EVEmbraer Phenom 300E
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.20$ 2.84$ 3.88
Min Crew111
Total Seats10710
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftEmbraerEmbraer
Aircraft NameKingAir 350iPhenom 100EVPhenom 300E
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)15601,1782,010
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.53$ 0.71$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats9710
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)514534516914
Standard Cabin Seats856
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,311$ 1,152$ 1,758
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionProdigy Touch (G3000)Prodigy Touch (G3000)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)312406464
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$7,650,000$4,250,000$9,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryOptional1 Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew111
Total Seats1069
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats969
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.58.39.4
Galley / RefreshmentOptionalNoGalley
Standard Cabin Seats847
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2128025560
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-60APW617F1-ECanada PW535E1
TBO (hrs)360035005000
Horsepower1050
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 8ISA + 15
No. of Engines122
Fuel Capacity (gal)539
Thrust (lbs)17303360
Fuel Burn (lbph)543757
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.742.151.2
Wingspan (ft)57.940.452.16
Cabin Width (ft)4.55.15.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.94.9
Cabin Length (ft)19.51117.2
Overall Height (ft)14.414.316.75
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.13.63.6
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)19.5914.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)711010
Aisle Step (ft)0.30.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)6074