5 Unique Features In The Embraer Phenom 300’s Cockpit

Since its first flight in 2009, the Embraer Phenom 300 light business jet has remained a symbol of luxury, efficiency, and innovation. Renowned for its sleek design and exceptional performance, this aircraft redefines the flying experience for both pilots and passengers. So much so that the Phenom 300 has been the world’s best-selling light jet for 12 years in a row.

In 2018, the upgraded Phenom 300E was unveiled. With the capability to reach speeds of up to Mach 0.80 and distances of approximately 2,010 nautical miles (2,723 kilometers), per Embraer, the jet effortlessly connects distant destinations with speed and efficiency.

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As the world’s fastest and longest-ranged single-pilot aircraft, the Phenom 300 is equipped with cutting-edge avionic technology that sets new standards in safety, convenience, and sophistication – central to its success is the state-of-the-art cockpit.

1 Single-Pilot Operation Flight Management System (FMS)

Reduced workload for safer operations

As the fastest and longest-ranged single-pilot aircraft in the world, the cockpit — equipped with the Garmin G3000 Flight Management System (FMS) — is designed to minimize workload as much as possible.

Setting new standards in efficiency and convenience, the Phenom 300 boasts a sophisticated FMS that enables single-pilot operation with unparalleled ease. From route planning and navigation to autopilot control, this intuitive system streamlines flight operations, maximizing productivity and reducing workload for the pilot.

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According to Jet Insiders, the system’s smart automation shortens the pilot’s checklists – ensuring they are not overburdened with workload. Another useful feature of the FMS is the capability to pre-program airspeeds for each flight phase. Other features of the flight deck that are unique in its class include:

• Integrated Electronic Standby Instrument (IESI) Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System (EICAS)
• Weather radar with vertical scan capability
• Central Maintenance Computer (CMC) for quick fault location

2 Synthetic Vision System (SVS)

To see what the eyes cannot

The Garmin G3000 avionics used in the cockpit of the Phenom 300E can be enhanced with the optional Synthetic Vision System (SVS). This is a feature that integrates three-dimensional data into user-friendly displays, enhancing situational awareness for flight crews.

According to Garmin, the SVS depicts a forward-looking attitude display of the topography immediately in front of the aircraft, stretching 30 degrees to the left and 35 degrees to the right. Elevating situational awareness to unprecedented levels, the Phenom 300’s SVS revolutionizes the pilot’s view of the surrounding terrain.

The SVS also displays:

• Pathways
• Flight path marker
• Horizon heading marks
• Traffic display
• Airport signs
• Runway display

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By integrating high-resolution terrain imagery and obstacle data, this innovative system creates a virtual landscape that enhances visibility and facilitates confident decision-making, even in challenging weather conditions or unfamiliar environments.

3 Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System

An industry-first

In 2020, Embraer introduced an upgraded Phenom 300E, featuring a Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System (ROAAS) developed by the manufacturer. This upgrade makes the Phenom 300E the first business jet in the industry to offer ROAAS, a system that provides timely alerts to the crew to reduce the risk of overruns during landing.

This is an incredibly helpful feature of the Phenom 300E cockpit, especially since most of the workload in the cockpit is born by just one person. Embraer calls it a cockpit “virtual assistant” that keeps tabs on important metrics while the pilot focuses on the task at hand.

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Designed to enhance safety during critical phases of flight, this advanced system:

• Engages at 1,000 feet (305 meters) above ground level;
• provides pilots with real-time visual and aural alerts and warnings if the aircraft approaches or exceeds runway limits during landing;
• mitigates the risk of runway overrun incidents;
• and ensures a smooth and secure touchdown.

4 Predictive wind shear awareness

Early warnings and proactive guidance

Another avionics improvement made to the 2020 variant of the Phenom 300E is the predictive windshear awareness feature. Windshear, characterized by sudden changes in wind speed and direction over a short distance, poses significant dangers to aviation due to its potential to disrupt aircraft performance and control.

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Some of the risks posed by windshear are:

• Loss of airspeed – leading to a stall or potential overspeed conditions.
• Loss of lift – leading to a loss of altitude or a descent rate that exceeds the aircraft’s ability to recover.
• Poor aircraft handling – the aircraft may pitch, roll, or yaw unexpectedly, particularly during take-off and landing.

As such, pilots must remain vigilant and employ appropriate strategies to mitigate the risks associated with windshear, including monitoring weather conditions and adhering to established procedures to ensure safe flight operations.

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The Phenom 300E’s advanced predictive windshear awareness technology enables the aircraft to detect and anticipate potential windshear hazards before they occur. By providing early warnings and proactive guidance, this innovative feature enhances flight safety and ensures a smooth and stable journey for passengers and crew alike.

5 Continuous improvement

Embraer calls it “A marriage of technology and ergonomics”

The advanced touchscreen flight deck is engineered to predict and meet every requirement, lessening workload and mitigating pilot fatigue. Furthermore, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the latest iteration of the Phenom 300E cockpit boasts 13 hardware upgrades, such as:

• Touchscreen controllers
• Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II)
• Attitude and heading reference system units
• Maintenance panels

Additionally, from the third quarter of 2024, Phenom 300E owners and operators will have the option to add a new autothrottle feature. Pilots will experience a more automated and intuitive flying experience with the advanced automation technology, aiding in throttle control across different flight phases. This enhancement also ensures passengers enjoy increased comfort in the cabin.

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