Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range large-cabin business jet designed for intercontinental missions. It offers the greatest range of the three at roughly 7,700 nautical miles and typically carries about 14–19 passengers depending on layout, emphasizing multiple living zones and high-speed, long-duration comfort. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a super-midsize/light-midsize business jet aimed at efficient regional and transcontinental flying. Its range is much shorter than the Global 7500 at about 2,100 nautical miles, and it commonly seats around 8–9 passengers in standard executive configurations, prioritizing operating economics and access to many business airports. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet with a distinctive “utility” mission, combining business-jet speed with the ability to use shorter runways than most jets in its class. Its range is typically around 2,000 nautical miles, and it generally accommodates about 6–10 passengers, trading maximum range and cabin size for flexibility and rugged-airfield capability.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | XLS+ | PC-24 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1906 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 430 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 7540 | 6680 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25230 | 23500 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | PW545C | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 4119 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 52.5 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 56.3 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 5.5 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.7 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 18.5 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 17.2 | 17.4 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.7 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.9 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 14.3 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 80 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 90 |