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Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Embraer Phenom 300e

The Cessna Citation CJ3+ and Embraer Phenom 100EV are both light jets, while the Embraer Phenom 300E sits in the larger “super-light” category. In range, the CJ3+ generally reaches farther than the Phenom 100EV, making it better suited to longer nonstop city pairs within its class, while the Phenom 300E typically offers the longest range of the three and can cover many missions that begin to overlap with midsize-jet trip lengths. For passenger capacity, the Phenom 100EV is usually configured for about 4 to 7 passengers depending on layout, the CJ3+ commonly seats around 6 to 9, and the Phenom 300E often accommodates about 7 to 10. Overall, the Phenom 100EV emphasizes efficient shorter trips for smaller groups, the CJ3+ balances cabin size with solid range for typical light-jet missions, and the Phenom 300E targets larger parties and longer legs with more space and capability.

SpecCessna Citation CJ3+Embraer Phenom 100EVEmbraer Phenom 300E
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.05$ 2.84$ 3.88
Min Crew111
Total Seats9710
ManufacturerCessna CitationEmbraerEmbraer
Aircraft NameCJ3+Phenom 100EVPhenom 300E
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)18981,1782,010
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.58$ 0.71$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats8710
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)553034516914
Standard Cabin Seats756
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,680$ 1,152$ 1,758
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Prodigy Touch (G3000)Prodigy Touch (G3000)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)415406464
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$9,915,000$4,250,000$9,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew111
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats969
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats869
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.98.39.4
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyNoGalley
Standard Cabin Seats747
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)235862128025560
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-3APW617F1-ECanada PW535E1
TBO (hrs)500035005000
Flat RatingISA + 11ISA + 8ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)282017303360
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)624543757
Fuel Capacity (gal)703
Dimensions
Length (ft)51.242.151.2
Wingspan (ft)5340.452.16
Aisle Step (ft)0.40.30.3
Cabin Width (ft)4.85.15.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.94.9
Cabin Length (ft)15.71117.2
Overall Height (ft)15.214.316.75
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.13.63.6
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)12.2914.8
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)656074
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1010