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Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Dassault Falcon 2000S are both super‑midsize business jets aimed at comfortable coast‑to‑coast and transcontinental missions, while the Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet positioned for versatility, including frequent use of shorter or less‑developed runways. In range, the Challenger 3500 typically offers the longest legs at roughly 3,400 nautical miles, the Falcon 2000S is close behind at about 3,350 nautical miles, and the PC‑24 is shorter‑range at around 2,000 nautical miles (varying by payload and reserves). For passenger capacity, the Challenger 3500 and Falcon 2000S commonly seat about 8 to 10 passengers in executive layouts, with some configurations accommodating more depending on interior choices. The PC‑24 generally carries about 6 to 8 passengers in typical business configurations, though it can be arranged for higher-density seating for special missions. Overall, choose the Challenger 3500 for maximum range and modern cabin features, the Falcon 2000S for a larger-cabin feel and strong runway performance for its class, and the PC‑24 for operational flexibility over peak long‑range capability.

SpecBombardier Challenger 3500Dassault Falcon 2000SPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.71$ 6.63$ 3.71
Min Crew221
Total Seats10126
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconPilatus
Aircraft NameChallenger 35002000SPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)340035402076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.84$ 0.83$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats101010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)15950182506680
Standard Cabin Seats8106
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,152$ 3,150$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedHoneywell Primus EASy IIPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)533490440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$26,950,000$ 26,000,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew221
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNo
Total Seats10126
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats101010
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.69.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats8106
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)233382530023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHTF73500PW308CFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition70005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)732370003435
No. of Engines222
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.766.452.2
Wingspan (ft)6970.255.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.27.75.6
Cabin Height (ft)66.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)25.226.223
Overall Height (ft)2023.217.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.16.33.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.617.117
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10613490
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024