Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is best categorized as a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft aimed at rugged, short-field, and lower-cost regional missions. It typically offers the shortest range of the three (roughly in the 900–1,200 nm class depending on load and reserves) and commonly seats around 9 passengers in commuter configuration, though it can be arranged for fewer in executive layouts. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop executive aircraft positioned between utility turboprops and light jets, optimized for speed and efficiency on medium routes. Its range is generally longer than the Caravan’s and often comparable to or slightly below many light jets (about 1,400–1,800 nm), with a typical cabin fit of about 6–7 passengers in a high-comfort executive layout. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet designed for versatility, including operations from shorter or semi‑prepared runways compared with many jets. It generally delivers the longest range here (around 1,800–2,000+ nm) and is commonly configured for 6–10 passengers depending on cabin layout.
| Spec | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 8 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — |
| Manufacturer | Piaggio | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Avanti EVO | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1530 | 2076 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3775 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 6 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 400 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 7,695,000 | $11,800,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 3.71 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.62 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 1,619 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 8 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 6600 | — |
| Crew Rest | — | No |
| Jump Seat | — | No |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PT6A–66B | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 3600 | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 850 | — |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 28 | ISA + 23 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | 100 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 3435 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 47.3 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 47.1 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 6.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.8 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 14.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 13.1 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 35.2 | 90 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 17 |