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Beechcraft King Air 360 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Beechcraft King Air 360 is a twin‑turboprop in the large utility category, typically carrying about 6–9 passengers. Its range is generally around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles depending on load and reserves, and it emphasizes short-field versatility and lower operating costs over jet speeds. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet, usually configured for about 6–9 passengers, with roughly 1,900–2,000 nautical miles of range, balancing strong cruise speed with efficient missions. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize (often “super light”) jet, commonly seating about 7–9, with about 2,000–2,100 nautical miles of range and a reputation for good runway performance and a comfortable cabin for its class. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet designed for rough/short runways, typically carrying about 6–10 passengers, with around 2,000 nautical miles of range, trading some cruise efficiency for exceptional access. The Cessna Citation Latitude is a super‑midsize jet, generally seating about 8–10, with roughly 2,700 nautical miles of range, offering the longest legs and largest cabin among these options.

SpecBeechcraft King Air 360Cessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation XLS+Embraer Phenom 300EPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22222
DOC / nm$ 4.20$ 6.80$ 5.34$ 3.88$ 3.71
Min Crew12211
Total Seats101010106
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessna CitationCessna CitationEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NameKingAir 350iLatitudeXLS+Phenom 300EPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1560273119062,0102076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.53$ 0.85$ 0.67$ 0.55$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats9991010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)514512394754069146680
Standard Cabin Seats88866
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,311$ 2,936$ 2,303$ 1,758$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGarmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Prodigy Touch (G3000)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)312458430464440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$7,650,000$19,305,000$15,500,000$9,650,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit22222
LavatoryOptional1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew12211
Total Seats10101096
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats999910
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.59.79.39.49.3
Galley / RefreshmentOptionalGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats88876
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)26800252302556023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-60APW306D1PW545CCanada PW535E1FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)36006000500050005000
Horsepower1050
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 15ISA + 10ISA + 15ISA + 23
No. of Engines12222
Fuel Capacity (gal)5391700
Thrust (lbs)5907411933603435
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114757
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.76252.551.252.2
Wingspan (ft)57.972.356.352.1655.8
Cabin Width (ft)4.56.45.55.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.865.74.95.1
Cabin Length (ft)19.521.818.517.223
Overall Height (ft)14.420.917.216.7517.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.14.43.93.63.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)19.515.914.314.817
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)7127101090
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.70.3Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1008074