Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66
The Beechcraft King Air 360ER and Pilatus PC-24 are both pressurized, turbine-powered fixed-wing aircraft aimed at business and utility missions, but they differ in emphasis: the 360ER is a long-range twin‑turboprop typically used for efficient regional transport, while the PC‑24 is a twin‑jet designed for faster point‑to‑point travel and strong short/rough‑field capability. In range terms, the King Air 360ER is generally around the 1,500–1,800 nm class depending on payload and reserves, while the PC‑24 is commonly around the 1,900–2,000+ nm class. Passenger capacity is broadly similar in typical executive layouts, with both often seating about 6–9 passengers, though configurations vary. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer and Robinson R66 are helicopters suited to vertical-lift missions such as urban access, utility work, and short-range transport. Their ranges are much shorter than the fixed-wing options, commonly a few hundred nautical miles (roughly ~300–400 nm). Capacity is also lower: the 902 typically carries about 6–7 occupants, while the R66 is usually configured for about 4 passengers plus a pilot (5 total).
| Spec | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 |
| 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 | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No |
| Jump Seat | No |
| Cargo Door | Yes |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23500 |
| Engine | |
| FADEC | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| 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 |