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Beechcraft King Air 360er vs Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Embraer Phenom 300e

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop positioned for regional and remote operations, trading jet speed for strong short‑field capability and lower operating complexity. Its range is typically around 1,800–2,000 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions, and it usually seats about 6–9 passengers in executive layouts. The Cessna Citation CJ4 is a light jet aimed at efficient point‑to‑point business travel. It offers roughly 2,000–2,200 nautical miles of range and commonly accommodates 6–9 passengers. The Embraer Phenom 300E is also a light jet, generally comparable in mission to the CJ4 but often optimized for speed and cabin refinement in its class. Range is typically about 2,000–2,100 nautical miles, with seating usually 6–9 passengers. The Cessna Citation Longitude is a super‑midsize jet designed for longer nonstop legs and a larger, more comfortable cabin. It delivers about 3,500 nautical miles of range and is typically configured for around 8–12 passengers.

SpecBeechcraft King Air 360ERCessna Citation CJ4Cessna Citation LongitudeEmbraer Phenom 300E
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 4.37$ 5.23$ 3.88
Min Crew1121
Total Seats1091010
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessna CitationCessna CitationEmbraer
Aircraft NameKingAir 350ERCJ4LongitudePhenom 300E
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA CertifiedFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2338217035002,010
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.62$ 0.65$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats981010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)658569146914
Standard Cabin Seats8786
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,324$ 1,970$ 2,500$ 1,758
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G5000Prodigy Touch (G3000)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)303440481464
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$8,750,000$11,290,000$29,965,000$9,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
LavatoryYes (Belted Optional)1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew1121
Cargo DoorOptional
Total Seats109109
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats98129
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.599.79.4
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CenterGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats8787
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)240052540025560
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-60AFJ44-4AHTF7700LCanada PW535E1
TBO (hrs)36005000On-Condition5000
Horsepower1050
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 11ISA + 19ISA + 15
No. of Engines1222
Fuel Capacity (gal)775870
Thrust (lbs)362176653360
Fuel Burn (lbph)7571478757
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.753.473.251.2
Wingspan (ft)57.95068.952.16
Cabin Width (ft)4.54.86.45.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.864.9
Cabin Length (ft)19.517.225.217.2
Overall Height (ft)14.415.519.416.75
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.13.14.13.6
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)19.514.816.514.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)71711210
Aisle Step (ft)0.4Flat Floor0.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)7074