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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.

SpecBombardier Challenger 650Cessna Citation LongitudeCessna Citation Sovereign+Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 7.16$ 5.23$ 6.02$ 3.71
Min Crew2221
Total Seats1110116
ManufacturerBombardierCessna CitationCessna CitationPilatus
Aircraft NameChallenger 650LongitudeSovereign +PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA CertifiedFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4085350031382076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.65$ 0.67$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats12101210
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)21050127906680
Standard Cabin Seats9896
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,365$ 2,500$ 2,699$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedGarmin G5000Garmin G5000Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470481458440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$32,400,000$29,965,000$19,730,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2221
Crew RestYesNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNoNo
Total Seats1110116
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats12121210
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.79.39.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats9896
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23000254002523023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelCF34-3B MTOHTF7700LPW306DFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition60005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 19ISA + 16ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)9220766559073435
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1478
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.473.263.552.2
Wingspan (ft)64.468.972.455.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.96.45.55.6
Cabin Height (ft)665.75.1
Cabin Length (ft)25.625.225.323
Overall Height (ft)20.719.420.417.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.94.13.93.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.416.517.417
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1121123590
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100