Otto Aerospace’s Phantom 3500 is a next-generation business jet built to push boundaries. With radical laminar-flow design, transonic cruise capability, and innovative cabin architecture, it promises to slash fuel burn, reduce emissions, and deliver unmatched performance—all while delivering a luxurious, future-forward passenger experience. As charter clients and aviation enthusiasts look ahead to what’s next, the Phantom 3500 stands as a beacon of what’s possible.
A New Era in Business Aviation
In an industry chasing incremental gains, Otto Aerospace aims for a leap. The Phantom 3500 is founded on the lessons learned from their laminar-flow demonstrators, pushing aerodynamic smoothness across wings and fuselage to levels few jets can match. The absence of traditional windows minimises structural disruptions to airflow, replaced by high-definition digital displays (“Super Natural Vision”) to provide panoramic cabin visuals without compromising the aerodynamics.
The absence of traditional windows minimises structural disruptions to airflow
Wind-tunnel testing has already validated drag reductions approaching 35 % over conventional designs — surpassing Otto’s expectations. This lower drag enables lighter structure, smaller engines, and much improved efficiency. In fact, Otto claims the Phantom 3500 will consume 30–60 % less fuel than comparable business jets, with emissions cuts of up to 80 % when flown on sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
The Celera 500 demonstrator validated the aerodynamic principles, advanced manufacturing techniques, and performance advantages
Otto has positioned the Phantom 3500 within the FAA Part 23 category (MTOW ~8,618 kg), offering a more straightforward certification pathway without sacrificing capability. Plans call for first flight in early 2027 and market entry by 2030.
Phantom 3500: Key Specifications & Highlights
- Range: 3,200–3,500 nm
- Cruise Speed: Mach 0.78–0.80
- Laminar Flow: 85–90 % surface coverage
- Cabin Height: 6’5” (1.98 m)
- Take-off Distance: < 3,500 ft
- Fuel Burn: Up to 60 % lower than comparable jets
- Certification: FAA Part 23
- First Flight: 2027 | Market Entry: 2030
