Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Enstrom 480b vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft geared to short, rugged missions. It typically ranges around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and commonly carries about 9 passengers (up to roughly 14 seats in some configurations), trading speed and comfort for flexibility and low operating cost. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin business jet optimized for long‑range corporate travel. Its range is roughly 3,900–4,000 nautical miles, and it usually seats 13–14 passengers in a premium cabin layout, emphasizing comfort and nonstop intercontinental city pairs. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine piston helicopter focused on short‑range transport and training. Typical range is on the order of 300–350 nautical miles, with capacity around 4–5 occupants including the pilot, prioritizing vertical access over speed and distance. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a “super versatile” light/medium business jet designed to use shorter runways than many peers. Range is commonly about 2,000–2,200 nautical miles, with typical seating for 6–10 passengers depending on interior configuration.
| Spec | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No |
| Jump Seat | No |
| Cargo Door | Yes |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23500 |
| Engine | |
| FADEC | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length (ft) | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 90 |