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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop in the utility/business category, optimized for shorter regional missions and access to smaller airports; it typically carries about 6–9 passengers with a range around 1,800–2,000 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet, faster and higher‑flying than the King Air, usually seating 7–9 passengers with roughly 2,100 nautical miles of range. The Pilatus PC‑24 sits between light and midsize jets and is known for rough/short‑field capability; it generally carries 6–10 passengers with about 2,000 nautical miles of range. The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin jet, offering the biggest step up in intercontinental capability and comfort; it commonly accommodates 12–16 passengers (higher in dense layouts) and provides approximately 6,450 nautical miles of range. Overall, the King Air emphasizes versatility and operating economics, the XLS+ and PC‑24 cover efficient midrange jet missions, and the Falcon 8X dominates for long‑haul range and cabin size.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Dassault Falcon 8XPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 7.66$ 3.71
Min Crew221
Total Seats10176
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault FalconPilatus
Aircraft NameXLS+8XPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)190664502076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.64$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats91610
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)7540369006680
Standard Cabin Seats8146
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 3,805$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus EASy IIPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$ 62,500,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit232
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew221
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoYesNo
Total Seats10176
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats91610
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.310.29.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats8146
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)252302920023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW545CPW307DFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)5000On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 17ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)411967223435
No. of Engines232
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.580.252.2
Wingspan (ft)56.386.355.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.57.75.6
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)18.542.723
Overall Height (ft)17.226.117.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.96.33.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.329.217
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1014090
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695