Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bombardier Challenger 650 and Cessna Citation Longitude sit in the super‑midsize category, while the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ is typically considered midsize (often “large midsize”), and the Pilatus PC‑24 is commonly described as a light jet with “light‑midsize” capability and rough/short‑field flexibility. On range, the Longitude generally leads this group at about 3,500 nautical miles, followed by the Challenger 650 at roughly 3,200 nautical miles. The Sovereign+ is close behind at around 3,000 nautical miles, while the PC‑24 is shorter‑legged at about 2,000 nautical miles (varying by payload and reserves). For passenger capacity, all can be configured for around 8 to 12 passengers depending on layout. In typical executive configurations, the Challenger 650 and Longitude most often carry 8 to 10 with the most cabin volume and comfort for longer trips. The Sovereign+ commonly seats 8 to 10 with a slightly smaller cabin. The PC‑24 often seats 6 to 9, trading some cabin size and range for operational versatility.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Cessna Citation Longitude | Cessna Citation Sovereign+ | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.16 | $ 5.23 | $ 6.02 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 10 | 11 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 650 | Longitude | Sovereign + | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 4085 | 3500 | 3138 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.80 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 21050 | — | 12790 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 8 | 9 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,365 | $ 2,500 | $ 2,699 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Garmin G5000 | Garmin G5000 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 481 | 458 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $32,400,000 | $29,965,000 | $19,730,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 11 | 10 | 11 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 12 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 9.7 | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 8 | 9 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23000 | 25400 | 25230 | 23500 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CF34-3B MTO | HTF7700L | PW306D | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 6000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 19 | ISA + 16 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 9220 | 7665 | 5907 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 1478 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 1700 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.4 | 73.2 | 63.5 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 64.4 | 68.9 | 72.4 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | 0.7 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.9 | 6.4 | 5.5 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6 | 5.7 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.6 | 25.2 | 25.3 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20.7 | 19.4 | 20.4 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.9 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 15.4 | 16.5 | 17.4 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | 112 | 35 | 90 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 100 | — |