Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 sit in the ultra-long-range, large-cabin business jet category, designed for nonstop intercontinental missions. The Global 7500 typically offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range and is usually configured for roughly 14–19 passengers, while the G700 is in the same class at around 7,500 nautical miles with common layouts around 13–19 passengers, emphasizing very spacious cabins and high-end amenities. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light-to-medium business jet optimized for versatility, including operation from shorter or less-prepared runways. Its range is roughly 2,000 nautical miles (depending on payload and reserves) and it typically seats about 6–10 passengers in executive configurations. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed turboprop in the light executive category, generally offering around 1,700–1,800 nautical miles of range and seating commonly 6–8 passengers. Compared with the PC-24, it often trades runway ruggedness and jet altitude performance for turboprop efficiency, while both are far shorter-range and smaller than the Global 7500 and G700.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — | — | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Piaggio | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | G700 | Avanti EVO | PC-24 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 7500 | 1530 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — | — | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — | — | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 400 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 3775 | 6680 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Optional | — | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | — | No |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 8 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 7 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | 6600 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9 | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 24000 | 23500 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | Pearl 700 | PT6A–66B | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 3600 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 28 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 18250 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 | — |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 109.9 | 47.3 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 103 | 47.1 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.2 | 6.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.25 | 5.8 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 56.9 | 14.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 25.4 | 13.1 | 17.4 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | 35.2 | 90 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | — | 17 |