At ~2,129 nm, New York–Los Angeles sits right at the edge of the Embraer Phenom 300's ~2,010 nm range. It can make the crossing nonstop in favorable winds and with a lighter load, but westbound headwinds or a full cabin may force a fuel stop — confirm the specific date and payload with your operator.
Range vs. Distance
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| New York → Los Angeles (great circle) | ~2,129 nm |
| Embraer Phenom 300 range | ~2,010 nm |
| Margin | 119 nm beyond range |
| Aircraft class | light jet |
Book range (NBAA IFR) already includes fuel reserves, but westbound headwinds effectively add distance — which is why a route near the edge of an aircraft's range is treated as conditional rather than a guaranteed nonstop. The operating crew calculates final fuel for the specific date, winds, and payload.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It depends. At ~2,129 nm, New York–Los Angeles sits right at the edge of the Embraer Phenom 300's ~2,010 nm range. It can make the crossing nonstop in favorable winds and with a lighter load, but westbound headwinds or a full cabin may force a fuel stop — confirm the specific date and payload with your operator.
The great-circle distance is about 2,129 nautical miles. Real flight plans run a little longer because of routing and winds, and westbound legs effectively add distance against the prevailing flow.
About 2,010 nautical miles (NBAA IFR). That is enough for transcontinental US and regional trips, but not ocean crossings without a stop.
Roughly 5h 08m of block time, varying with winds and routing. Westbound legs against the prevailing winds run longer than eastbound.
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