Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Gulfstream G280 vs Pilatus Pc 24
In category, the Bombardier Challenger 3500, Cessna Citation Longitude, Dassault Falcon 2000S, and Gulfstream G280 are all super-midsize business jets, while the Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet designed with more utility-oriented capability. For range, the Longitude and Challenger 3500 typically lead this group at roughly 3,400–3,600 nautical miles, enabling longer nonstop city pairs; the G280 is close behind at about 3,600 nautical miles class performance depending on profile, while the Falcon 2000S is usually around the low-3,000 nautical mile range. The PC-24 is shorter-range by comparison at roughly 2,000 nautical miles, prioritizing versatility over transcontinental reach. For passenger capacity, the Falcon 2000S generally offers the most cabin volume and commonly seats around 8–10 (with higher maximums possible), the Challenger 3500 and Longitude are typically configured for about 8–12, and the G280 is often around 8–10. The PC-24 commonly seats 6–8 in executive layouts, though it can be arranged for more in high-density configurations.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation Longitude | Dassault Falcon 2000S | Gulfstream G280 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 5.23 | $ 6.63 | $ 6.57 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | Longitude | 2000S | G280 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 3500 | 3540 | 3600 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.83 | $ 0.82 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | — | 18250 | 15550 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 2,500 | $ 3,150 | $ 3,168 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 481 | 490 | 481 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $29,965,000 | $ 26,000,000 | $24,900,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 9.7 | 9.6 | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | 25400 | 25300 | 25000 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 5800 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | HTF7700L | PW308C | HTF7250G | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 7000 | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 19 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 7665 | 7000 | 7624 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 1478 | — | — | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 73.2 | 66.4 | 66.9 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 68.9 | 70.2 | 63 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | 0.3 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 6.4 | 7.7 | 6.9 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 25.2 | 26.2 | 25.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 19.4 | 23.2 | 21.4 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 4.1 | 6.3 | 5.4 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 16.5 | 17.1 | 17.7 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | 112 | 134 | 154 | 90 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1024 | — | — |