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Bombardier Global 6500 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Gulfstream G600

The Bombardier Global 6500 and Gulfstream G600 sit in the large-cabin, ultra-long-range class, while the Cessna Citation Longitude is a super-midsize business jet aimed at slightly shorter missions and typically lower operating costs. In range, the Global 6500 and G600 are broadly comparable long-haul performers, each capable of roughly 6,500–6,600 nautical miles under typical manufacturer conditions, supporting nonstop intercontinental city pairs. The Longitude is meaningfully shorter-legged at about 3,500 nautical miles, better suited to transcontinental or regional missions rather than deep intercontinental routes. Passenger capacity also reflects their categories: the Global 6500 and G600 are commonly configured around 13–16 passengers (with maximum seating often cited near 17–19 depending on layout), offering larger cabins and more flexibility for multiple living zones. The Citation Longitude is typically arranged for about 8–12 passengers (maximum commonly around 12), providing a comfortable cabin for its class but less space and fewer zones than the larger two.

SpecBombardier Global 6500Cessna Citation LongitudeGulfstream G600
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.49$ 5.23$ 9.28
Min Crew224
Total Seats141012
ManufacturerBombardierCessna CitationGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 6500LongitudeG600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA CertifiedFAA
Max Range (nm)660035006500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.65$ 0.93
Max Cabin Seats171019
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats12810
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,895$ 2,500$ 4,789
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Garmin G5000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)504481516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$56,000,000$29,965,000$58,500,000
Useful Load (lbs)40560
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew224
Crew RestYesNoYes
Jump SeatYesNoYes
Total Seats141012
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats171219
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats12810
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.710.7
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2540031900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPearlHTF7700LPW815GA
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition10000
Thrust (lbs)15125766515680
No. of Engines222
Flat RatingISA + 19ISA + 15
Fuel Burn (lbph)1478
Dimensions
Length (ft)99.573.296.1
Wingspan (ft)9468.994.1
Cabin Width (ft)86.47.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.266.4
Cabin Length (ft)43.325.245.2
Overall Height (ft)25.519.425.3
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.16.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.530.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)112230