Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Bombardier Global 6500 vs Dassault Falcon 7x vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bombardier Challenger 650 is a super-midsize business jet suited to regional and transcontinental missions, offering roughly 4,000 nautical miles of range and typically seating about 8–12 passengers in executive layouts. The Bombardier Global 6500 steps up to the large-cabin, ultra-long-range category, designed for true intercontinental flying at about 6,600 nautical miles and commonly configured for around 10–17 passengers with more distinct living and sleeping zones. The Dassault Falcon 7X is also an ultra-long-range, large-cabin jet, known for efficient long-haul performance and airport flexibility, with approximately 5,950 nautical miles of range and typical seating in the 10–16 passenger range. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet emphasizing versatility and short/rough-field capability, with a shorter range around 2,000 nautical miles and a usual capacity of about 6–10 passengers depending on configuration. In general, the PC-24 favors access and flexibility, the Challenger 650 balances cabin comfort with transcontinental reach, and the Global 6500 and Falcon 7X prioritize long-range, large-cabin capability.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Bombardier Global 6500 | Dassault Falcon 7X | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.16 | $ 9.49 | $ 7.75 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 14 | 17 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 650 | Global 6500 | 7X | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 4085 | 6600 | 5950 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.80 | $ 0.68 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 17 | 16 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 21050 | — | 33600 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,365 | $ 4,895 | $ 3,850 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 504 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $32,400,000 | $56,000,000 | $53,800,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Total Seats | 11 | 14 | 17 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 17 | 16 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | — | 10.2 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23000 | — | 29200 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 3900 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CF34-3B MTO | Pearl | PW307A | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 7200 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 9220 | 15125 | 6402 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.4 | 99.5 | 76.7 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 64.4 | 94 | 86 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.9 | 8 | 7.7 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6.2 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.6 | 43.3 | 39.1 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20.7 | 25.5 | 25.7 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.9 | — | 6.3 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 15.4 | — | 26.2 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | — | 140 | 90 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1552 | — |