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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop in the light business/utility category, positioned for longer turboprop missions with roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles of range depending on load and reserves, and typically carries about 6–9 passengers in executive layouts (more in commuter configurations). The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine utility turboprop optimized for simplicity and short/rough-field work; it generally offers about 800–1,000 nautical miles of range and commonly seats 9–14 passengers depending on interior and regulations. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet, aimed at faster, higher‑altitude business travel while retaining good runway flexibility; it typically ranges around 1,800–2,000 nautical miles and is usually configured for about 6–10 passengers. In short, the Caravan prioritizes payload and rugged utility with the shortest range, the King Air 360ER balances turboprop efficiency with extended reach, and the PC‑24 delivers jet speed and comparable or greater range with business‑jet comfort.

SpecPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 3.71
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
ManufacturerPilatus
Aircraft NamePC-24
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats10
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6680
Standard Cabin Seats6
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew1
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Total Seats6
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats10
Lavatory LocationFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats6
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23500
Engine
FADECYes
ModelFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)5000
Flat RatingISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)3435
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.2
Wingspan (ft)55.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.6
Cabin Height (ft)5.1
Cabin Length (ft)23
Overall Height (ft)17.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90