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Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Bombardier Challenger 650 is a super-midsize business jet, typically offering the longest range of the three at roughly 4,000 nautical miles, and the largest cabin for passengers—commonly configured for 8–12, with practical comfort for around 10 on longer trips. The Cessna Citation Latitude sits in the midsize category, with a moderate transcontinental-style range of about 2,700 nautical miles and seating usually around 7–9, sometimes up to about 10 depending on layout, emphasizing efficient operation and a stand-up-class cabin in a smaller overall package than the Challenger. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet with unique “rough field” versatility, trading some cruise speed and range for access; its range is typically around 2,000 nautical miles, and it generally seats 6–8 passengers in executive configurations, with flexible cabin options. In short, the Challenger 650 prioritizes longer nonstop missions and cabin volume, the Latitude balances range and operating efficiency for common business routes, and the PC-24 prioritizes airport flexibility with solid light-jet capacity.

SpecBombardier Challenger 650Cessna Citation LatitudePilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 7.16$ 6.80$ 3.71
Min Crew221
Total Seats11106
ManufacturerBombardierCessna CitationPilatus
Aircraft NameChallenger 650LatitudePC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)408527312076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.85$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats12910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)21050123946680
Standard Cabin Seats986
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,365$ 2,936$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedGarmin G5000Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470458440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$32,400,000$19,305,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew221
Crew RestYesNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNo
Total Seats11106
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats12910
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.79.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats986
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)230002680023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelCF34-3B MTOPW306D1FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition60005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)922059073435
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.46252.2
Wingspan (ft)64.472.355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.96.45.6
Cabin Height (ft)665.1
Cabin Length (ft)25.621.823
Overall Height (ft)20.720.917.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.94.43.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.415.917
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1122790
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100