Embraer Phenom 300 - 10-Year Inspection: What Owners Need to Know

The Phenom 300's 120-month inspection is one of the most significant maintenance events in the aircraft's lifecycle. Here's what to expect, how long it takes, and why choosing the right MRO matters.

If you own or operate an early-production Embraer Phenom 300, the 120-month (10-year) inspection is on your horizon — and it's the most comprehensive maintenance event your aircraft will undergo outside of major structural work. Understanding what's involved helps you plan your budget, minimize downtime, and choose the right MRO partner.

WHAT IS THE PHENOM 300 120-MONTH INSPECTION?

The Phenom 300's maintenance program follows MSG-3 methodology, which means inspections are structured by calendar time, flight hours, and cycles. The 120-month inspection is a calendar-based threshold — required every 10 years regardless of flight hours. It encompasses a full structural inspection of the airframe, a complete

landing gear overhaul, and a thorough review of all systems, components, and airworthiness directives.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Full airframe structural inspection per Embraer's Maintenance Planning Document (MPD)

Landing gear removal, overhaul, and reinstallation Flight control system inspection and rigging verification Fuel system inspection and tank entry Engine and APU borescope inspections Avionics functional checks and certification Review and compliance of all open Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins.

WHY CHOOSE AN INDEPENDENT MRO?

Independent FAA Part 145 repair stations like Aero Star Aviation can perform the 120-month inspection at significant cost savings versus OEM-authorized centers — often 20-30% less — while delivering equivalent or superior turnaround times due to our exclusive Phenom

focus. Our technicians have maintained Phenoms since first delivery, and our AI diagnostic assistant, Ava, gives them instant access to the full knowledge base of Phenom maintenance history.

SCHEDULE YOUR 120-MONTH INSPECTION

Aero Star Aviation performs Phenom 100 and 300 120-month inspections

at our Dallas Love Field facility. Contact us at (469) 917-9077 or submit a request at aerostaraviation.aero to schedule your inspection and receive a detailed quote.