Bombardier Global 8000 vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bombardier Global 8000 sits in the ultra-long-range, large-cabin business jet category, designed for intercontinental missions. It offers roughly 8,000 nautical miles of range and is typically configured for about 12 to 16 passengers, emphasizing spacious cabins and dedicated rest areas for long flights. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet aimed at efficient regional and short-to-mid-range travel. Its range is about 2,000 nautical miles (varies by payload and reserves) and it commonly carries around 6 to 9 passengers, prioritizing speed and operating economics in a smaller cabin. The Pilatus PC-24 occupies the “super versatile” light-to-midsize segment, blending business-jet performance with utility capability. It typically offers about 2,000 nautical miles of range and usually seats roughly 6 to 10 passengers. Compared with the Phenom 300E, the PC-24’s standout is operational flexibility, including strong short-field performance and the ability to use more austere runways, while the Global 8000 is in a different class entirely for range and cabin size.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 8000 | Embraer Phenom 300E | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 3.88 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 19 | 10 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Embraer | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Global 8000 | Phenom 300E | PC-24 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Passengers | 19 | — | — |
| Max Range (nm) | 8000 | 2,010 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 10 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 1,758 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Enhanced and Synthetic Vision Systems | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 626.7 | 464 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 | $9,650,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 6914 | 6680 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No |
| Total Seats | 19 | 9 | 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 | 7 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 2,900 | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.4 | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25560 | 23500 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | Canada PW535E1 | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 3360 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 757 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 51.2 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 52.16 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 5.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 4.9 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 17.2 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 16.75 | 17.4 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.3 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.6 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 14.8 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 74 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 90 |