Beechcraft 390 Premier I vs Phenom 100

Overview

The Beechcraft 390 Premier I and the Phenom 100 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Embraer respectively.

Top speed is 841 km/h for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I vs 722 km/h for the Phenom 100. The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has an operational range of 2,519 km vs 2,182 km for the Phenom 100. The Beechcraft 390 Premier I operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 12,497 m for the Phenom 100.

The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has been produced in 292 units vs 401 for the Phenom 100. Unit cost is $5M for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I vs $4.5M for the Phenom 100. The Beechcraft 390 Premier I first flew 9 years before the Phenom 100 (1998 vs 2007).

American business jet, produced in the late 20th century, utilized globally primarily in aial ambulance and executive transport roles.
Beechcraft Beechcraft 390 Premier I Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 22 December 1998
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 292 units
Average unit price $5 million
Brazilian light jet, modern era, used extensively in executive charter and air-taxi services.
Embraer Phenom 100 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Embraer
First flight 26 July 2007
Year introduced 2008
Number produced 401 units
Average unit price $4.5 million
Wing area 23.0 mΒ²
Wingspan 13.6 m β—‰
Height 4.7 m β—‰
Length 14.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 841 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,519 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,627 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 522 kgf β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 12.3 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 12.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 722 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,182 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,750 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,235 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 385 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Phenom 100?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I is faster with a maximum speed of 841 km/h compared to the Phenom 100's 722 km/h, a difference of 119 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Phenom 100?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has a longer range at 2,519 km compared to the Phenom 100's 2,182 km.
Which can fly higher, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Phenom 100?
The Phenom 100 has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Phenom 100?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the Phenom 100's 4,750 kg.
Which is larger, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Phenom 100?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Phenom 100's 12.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Phenom 100?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the Phenom 100 at $4.5 million.
Which entered service first, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Phenom 100?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I entered service first in 2001, 7 years before the Phenom 100 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Phenom 100?
The Phenom 100 has been produced in greater numbers with 401 units compared to 292 units of the Beechcraft 390 Premier I.