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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.

SpecPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 3.71
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
ManufacturerPilatus
Aircraft NamePC-24
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats10
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6680
Standard Cabin Seats6
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
Cockpit2
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew1
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Total Seats6
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats10
Lavatory LocationFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats6
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23500
Engine
FADECYes
ModelFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)5000
Flat RatingISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)3435
No. of Engines2
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