The Cessna Citation M2 Gen 3 and Embraer Phenom 100EV are prominent models in the very light jet category, designed to carry four to five passengers. These aircraft feature comfortable cabins and advanced cockpit systems aimed at providing efficiency and flexibility.
In terms of acquisition cost, the Cessna Citation M2 is priced between $4.5 million and $5.1 million, while the Embraer Phenom 100 ranges from $2.5 million to $3.2 million, nearly half the price of the Citation M2. "The Phenom 100EX isn't just a jet; it's an embodiment of comfort and innovation harmoniously entwined," according to Embraer.
The performance specifications for the Cessna Citation M2 include a range of 915 nautical miles, a maximum cruising speed of 390 knots, and a ceiling of 41,000 feet. The Embraer Phenom 100 has a longer range of 1,178 nautical miles and can cruise at speeds up to 406 knots.