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Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Gulfstream G280 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Gulfstream G280 sit in the super‑midsize category, offering the most cabin space and comfort of this group. The Challenger 3500 typically flies about 3,400 nautical miles and is usually configured for around 8–10 passengers, while the G280 is similar in cabin class with roughly 3,600 nautical miles of range and typically 8–10 passengers. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet, optimized for efficiency and short-to-mid missions; it generally offers about 2,000 nautical miles of range and commonly seats 6–9, depending on layout. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet often positioned as a “super versatile” light jet due to its rugged capability and ability to use shorter or unpaved runways; it typically ranges around 2,000 nautical miles and is often configured for about 6–8 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). Overall, for longest nonstop missions and most space, the G280 and Challenger 3500 lead; for lighter-duty, cost-efficient travel, the Phenom 300E stands out; for access and flexibility, the PC‑24 is distinctive.

SpecBombardier Challenger 3500Embraer Phenom 300EGulfstream G280Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 6.71$ 3.88$ 6.57$ 3.71
Min Crew2121
Total Seats1010106
ManufacturerBombardierEmbraerGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft NameChallenger 3500Phenom 300EG280PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)34002,01036002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.84$ 0.55$ 0.82$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats10101010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)159506914155506680
Standard Cabin Seats8686
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,152$ 1,758$ 3,168$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedProdigy Touch (G3000)Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)533464481440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$26,950,000$9,650,000$24,900,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2121
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNoNo
Total Seats109106
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1091010
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.49.29.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats8786
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23338255602500023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelHTF73500Canada PW535E1HTF7250GFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition5000On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 17ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)7323336076243435
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.751.266.952.2
Wingspan (ft)6952.166355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.30.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.25.16.95.6
Cabin Height (ft)64.96.35.1
Cabin Length (ft)25.217.225.923
Overall Height (ft)2016.7521.417.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.13.65.43.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.614.817.717
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1061015490
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74