Beechcraft King Air 360er vs Bombardier Global 6500 vs Cessna Caravan vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G600 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

The Cessna Caravan is a rugged single‑engine utility turboprop best suited to short regional hops, typically carrying about 9 passengers with relatively limited range compared with the others. The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a faster, more upscale single‑engine turboprop, commonly 6–9 passengers, offering longer range than the Caravan and strong short/rough‑field capability. The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑engine turboprop positioned for efficient regional and medium missions, usually 6–9 passengers, with extended range versus standard King Air variants. The Gulfstream G600, Dassault Falcon 8X, and Bombardier Global 6500 are large‑cabin long‑range business jets designed for intercontinental travel. The G600 typically carries around 12–16 passengers with true long‑range performance. The Falcon 8X emphasizes very long range and operational flexibility, often 12–16 passengers, and is among the longest‑legged of this group. The Global 6500 is a large‑cabin, ultra‑long‑range jet, commonly 12–17 passengers, optimized for long missions with high cruise speed and comfort, generally matching or exceeding the G600’s range while approaching the Falcon 8X on long‑haul capability.