Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 900lx vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G500 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bombardier Global 5500 and Gulfstream G500 sit in the large-cabin, long-range class, typically carrying around 13–16 passengers depending on layout. Both are optimized for intercontinental missions, with ranges roughly in the 5,000–6,000+ nautical mile band, making them strong choices for frequent long nonstop city pairs while still offering spacious cabins. The Dassault Falcon 900LX is also a large-cabin long-range jet, usually configured for about 12–14 passengers. Its range is broadly comparable to the Global 5500 and G500, and it’s often selected for a blend of long legs and operational flexibility. The Embraer Praetor 600 is a super-midsize jet, generally seating about 8–12. Its range is shorter than the large-cabin trio but still transcontinental-plus, roughly around 4,000 nautical miles, offering a high-end cabin in a smaller footprint. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet, commonly arranged for about 6–10 passengers. It has the shortest range of this group (around 2,000 nautical miles) but stands out for versatility and access to shorter or more challenging runways.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 5500 | Dassault Falcon 900LX | Embraer Praetor 600 | Gulfstream G500 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 7.57 | $ 6.74 | $ 9.00 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Global 5500 | 900LX | Praetor 600 | G500 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 5900 | 4750 | 4018 | 5200 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.63 | $ 0.84 | $ 0.90 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 14 | 12 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,895 | $ 3,588 | $ 3,141 | $ 4,644 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 498 | 542 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $46,000,000 | $44,000,000 | $20,995,000 | $47,500,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 22450 | — | 30650 | 6680 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 14 | 12 | 19 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 6 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.6 | 9.7 | 10.7 | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25300 | 27140 | 31900 | 23500 |
| Connectivity | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 5800 | — | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Pearl | TFE731-60 | HTF7500E | PW814GA | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition | 10000 | 5000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 5000 | 7528 | 15144 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 1963 | — | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 96 | 66.4 | 68.1 | 91.2 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 70.2 | 70.5 | 86.3 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6 | 6.4 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 40.8 | 33.2 | 24.1 | 41.5 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 24.8 | 21 | 25.5 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1264 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | 4.7 | 6.1 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 23.5 | 21.3 | 26.3 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 127 | 45 | 230 | 90 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 110 | — | — |