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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility airplane optimized for short, rough-field work. It typically offers a moderate range on the order of roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles and commonly carries about 9–14 passengers depending on interior and regulatory limits. The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine piston helicopter aimed at training and light utility roles; its range is comparatively short, roughly a few hundred nautical miles, and it generally seats 4–5 people. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light helicopter with a NOTAR anti‑torque system, positioned for law enforcement, EMS, and corporate missions; it usually seats around 8–10 occupants and has a midrange helicopter radius, often roughly 300–450 nautical miles. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a twin‑engine light business jet designed for speed and flexible runway performance; it delivers the longest range here at roughly 2,000+ nautical miles and typically seats about 6–10 passengers in executive layouts.

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