The Phenom 300E is the best-selling light jet in the world — fast, comfortable, and with a deep resale market that supports financing. As with any jet, expect balance-sheet underwriting, engine programs, and type-rating requirements. This page covers how to finance a Phenom 300E.
| Factor | Typical for a Phenom 300E |
|---|---|
| Typical loan amount | $8M–$13M by vintage |
| Down payment | 15–20% |
| Term | 10–15-yr amortization (balloon common) |
| Illustrative rate | roughly 7–8% for strong borrowers |
Figures are illustrative for planning, not offers of credit. For current market prices and worked payment examples, see the resources linked below.
What Shapes Your Phenom 300E Loan
- Balance-sheet underwriting. Jet lenders expect a consolidated financial picture, not just income.
- Engine program & clean title support value and financing; the deep resale market helps loan-to-value.
- Type rating, training, and crew requirements shape insurance, which must bind before funding.
How to Finance a Phenom 300E
- Get pre-qualified. Jet lenders underwrite your balance sheet; a pre-qual frames what's realistic.
- Find the aircraft & confirm the engine program. Program coverage and clean title support financing.
- Full application with a net-worth statement. Expect a consolidated financial picture, not just income.
- Pre-buy inspection & appraisal. A jet pre-buy is thorough; budget the time.
- Bind insurance (type rating / mentor plan) & close. Jet coverage must bind before funding.
Documents You'll Typically Need
- Personal financial statement and recent tax returns (business returns if buying through an entity)
- Recent bank/brokerage statements showing funds for the down payment and reserves
- Pilot certificate and, for higher-performance aircraft, time-in-type or a training plan
- The purchase agreement and the aircraft's specifications and logbooks
- An insurance quote you can bind at closing
Why work with a broker? Jaken Aviation is a brokerage, not a lender. We shop your Phenom 300E loan across a national network of aviation lenders and compare structures so you don't have to apply to each one yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
What down payment do jet lenders expect on a Phenom 300?
Typically 15-20% for a strong borrower, more on higher-time or off-program aircraft. Lenders weigh your full balance sheet alongside the down payment.
Does the strong resale market help financing?
Yes — the Phenom 300's deep demand supports loan-to-value and can help your terms.
Do jet loans use balloons?
Commonly. A 10-15-year amortization with a balloon keeps payments manageable; a broker can compare light-jet lender structures.
Rates, terms, and figures in this article are illustrative examples for the 2026 market and are not offers of credit. Jaken Aviation is a licensed aircraft financing brokerage — a division of Jaken Finance Group — and does not make loan decisions. All financing is subject to lender approval.
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