Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, with roughly 7,700 nautical miles of range and a typical passenger load around 14–19 depending on configuration. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin long‑range business jet suited to transoceanic or deep regional missions, offering about 3,900 nautical miles of range and commonly seating up to 13 passengers in executive layout. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a “super versatile” light/medium business jet optimized for shorter runways and flexible operations, with roughly 2,000 nautical miles of range and typically 6–10 passengers, sometimes up to about 11 depending on interior. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX sits in a different category entirely as a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, prioritizing rugged, short‑field access and payload over speed and luxury; it generally offers around 900–1,200 nautical miles of range (mission dependent) and typically carries about 9–14 passengers. Overall, the Global 7500 leads in range and cabin size, the Legacy 650E balances range and capacity, the PC‑24 emphasizes access and versatility, and the Caravan EX excels in utility and austere operations.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | PC-24 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 6680 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 23500 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 17.4 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 90 |