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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER and Piaggio Avanti EVO are both twin‑turboprop business aircraft, while the Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet. In category terms, the King Air 360ER emphasizes utility and endurance with a pressurized cabin and strong short/rough‑field capability; the Avanti EVO is a high‑speed turboprop optimized for efficient cruise and a sleek cabin experience; the PC‑24 delivers jet performance plus exceptional operational flexibility, including operation from shorter runways than many jets. On range, the King Air 360ER is generally the longest‑legged of the three, with typical maximum-range figures around 1,800–2,000+ nautical miles depending on payload and conditions. The Avanti EVO is usually in the mid‑range bracket at roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles. The PC‑24 is typically around 2,000 nautical miles, varying by reserves, speed, and passenger load. For passenger capacity, all commonly seat about six to eight passengers in executive layouts. The King Air 360ER and Avanti EVO are typically configured for 6–8, while the PC‑24 often seats 6–8 but can be arranged for more in high‑density commuter or mixed-use configurations.

SpecPiaggio Avanti EVOPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
Min Crew11
Total Seats86
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerPiaggioPilatus
Aircraft NameAvanti EVOPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)15302076
Max Cabin Seats710
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)37756680
Standard Cabin Seats66
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)400440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 7,695,000$11,800,000
DOC / nm$ 3.71
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,619
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew11
Total Seats86
Max Cabin Seats710
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3
Galley / RefreshmentNoOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats66
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPT6A–66BFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)36005000
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 28ISA + 23
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Thrust (lbs)3435
Dimensions
Length (ft)47.352.2
Wingspan (ft)47.155.8
Cabin Width (ft)6.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)5.85.1
Cabin Length (ft)14.923
Overall Height (ft)13.117.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.53.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.290
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17