Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Dassault Falcon 900lx vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Pilatus Pc 24
By category, the Embraer Phenom 100EV and Cessna Citation M2 are very light jets aimed at short, efficient missions and typically carry about four to six passengers in practical comfort (up to around seven with optional seating). The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet with a more utility-oriented design, generally seating six to eight (up to about ten) and standing out for its ability to use shorter, rougher runways than most jets. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is a super-midsize jet designed for longer, higher-comfort trips, commonly configured for eight to ten passengers (up to about twelve). The Dassault Falcon 900LX is a large-cabin, long-range tri-jet intended for intercontinental missions, typically seating twelve to fourteen (with higher-density options). On range, the Phenom 100EV and Citation M2 are shortest, roughly around 1,100–1,300 nautical miles; the PC-24 sits mid-pack at about 2,000 nm; the Challenger 3500 reaches about 3,400 nm; and the Falcon 900LX is longest at roughly 4,700–4,800 nm.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation M2 | Dassault Falcon 900LX | Embraer Phenom 100EV | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 3.45 | $ 7.57 | $ 2.84 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 8 | 16 | 7 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | M2 | 900LX | Phenom 100EV | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 1400 | 4750 | 1,178 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.58 | $ 0.63 | $ 0.71 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 7 | 14 | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | 3810 | 22450 | 3451 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 | 14 | 5 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 1,395 | $ 3,588 | $ 1,152 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Garmin G3000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 404 | 498 | 406 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $5,150,000 | $44,000,000 | $4,250,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | FWD | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 7 | 14 | 6 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 8.5 | 9.6 | 8.3 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | No | Galley | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | 22027 | 25300 | 21280 | 23500 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | FJ44-1AP-21 | TFE731-60 | PW617F1-E | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3500 | 5000 | 3500 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 7 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 8 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 1965 | 5000 | 1730 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 516 | — | 543 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 492 | — | — | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 42.6 | 66.4 | 42.1 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 47.3 | 70.2 | 40.4 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | 0.4 | — | 0.3 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 4.8 | 7.7 | 5.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 4.8 | 6.2 | 4.9 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 11 | 33.2 | 11 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 14 | 24.8 | 14.3 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 3.1 | 6.3 | 3.6 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 8.8 | 23.5 | 9 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | — | 127 | 10 | 90 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 46 | — | 60 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1264 | — | — |