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Beechcraft King Air 360er vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop optimized for utility and endurance, often chosen for remote or short-field operations where runway flexibility matters. In range, it is typically in the roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical mile class depending on payload and reserves, making it well suited to longer regional missions at turboprop speeds. Passenger capacity is commonly configured for about 6–9 passengers, with higher-density layouts possible. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light business jet focused on speed and efficient point‑to‑point travel between major airports. Its range is generally around 2,000 nautical miles, and it typically seats about 6–8 passengers in an executive configuration, making it strong for nonstop city-pair flying with a smaller cabin footprint than larger jets. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a “super versatile jet,” combining jet performance with rugged, short/soft-field capability. Its range is usually around 2,000 nautical miles (often slightly above 300E depending on configuration), and it commonly carries about 6–10 passengers, with flexibility for mixed passenger/cargo missions.

SpecBeechcraft King Air 360EREmbraer Phenom 300EPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 3.88$ 3.71
Min Crew111
Total Seats10106
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NameKingAir 350ERPhenom 300EPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)23382,0102076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.55$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats91010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)658569146680
Standard Cabin Seats866
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,324$ 1,758$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionProdigy Touch (G3000)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)303464440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$8,750,000$9,650,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryYes (Belted Optional)1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew111
Cargo DoorOptionalYes
Total Seats1096
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats9910
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.59.49.3
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CenterGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats876
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2556023500
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-60ACanada PW535E1FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)360050005000
Horsepower1050
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 15ISA + 23
No. of Engines122
Fuel Capacity (gal)775
Thrust (lbs)33603435
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.751.252.2
Wingspan (ft)57.952.1655.8
Cabin Width (ft)4.55.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.95.1
Cabin Length (ft)19.517.223
Overall Height (ft)14.416.7517.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.13.63.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)19.514.817
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)711090
Aisle Step (ft)0.3Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74