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Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna Citation CJ3+ and Embraer Phenom 300E sit in the light-jet category, typically carrying about 6–9 passengers and offering roughly 1,900–2,200 nautical miles of range; the Phenom 300E and CJ3+ are common choices for efficient regional and medium-length missions. The Cessna Citation CJ4 is a slightly larger light jet often described as “light-plus,” usually accommodating about 7–10 passengers with around 2,100–2,200 nautical miles of range, bridging light-jet operating economics with more cabin and capability. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize jet, generally seating about 8–9 passengers with approximately 2,000–2,100 nautical miles of range, valued for a roomier cabin and good short-field performance. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet with a utility emphasis, typically carrying about 6–10 passengers with roughly 2,000 nautical miles of range, notable for operating from shorter or unimproved runways. The Cessna Citation Longitude is a super-midsize jet, commonly seating about 8–12 passengers and reaching roughly 3,500 nautical miles, suited to longer nonstop city pairs.

SpecCessna Citation CJ3+Cessna Citation CJ4Cessna Citation LongitudeCessna Citation XLS+Embraer Phenom 300EPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222222
DOC / nm$ 4.05$ 4.37$ 5.23$ 5.34$ 3.88$ 3.71
Min Crew112211
Total Seats991010106
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna CitationEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NameCJ3+CJ4LongitudeXLS+Phenom 300EPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA CertifiedFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)18982170350019062,0102076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.58$ 0.62$ 0.65$ 0.67$ 0.55$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats881091010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)55306914754069146680
Standard Cabin Seats778866
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,680$ 1,970$ 2,500$ 2,303$ 1,758$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Prodigy Touch (G3000)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)415440481430464440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$9,915,000$11,290,000$29,965,000$15,500,000$9,650,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew112211
Crew RestNoNoNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNoNoNo
Total Seats99101096
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats88129910
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.999.79.39.49.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats778876
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)235862400525400252302556023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-3AFJ44-4AHTF7700LPW545CCanada PW535E1FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)50005000On-Condition500050005000
Flat RatingISA + 11ISA + 11ISA + 19ISA + 10ISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)282036217665411933603435
No. of Engines222222
Fuel Burn (lbph)6247571478757
Fuel Capacity (gal)703870
Dimensions
Length (ft)51.253.473.252.551.252.2
Wingspan (ft)535068.956.352.1655.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.40.4Flat Floor0.70.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)4.84.86.45.55.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.865.74.95.1
Cabin Length (ft)15.717.225.218.517.223
Overall Height (ft)15.215.519.417.216.7517.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.13.14.13.93.63.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)12.214.816.514.314.817
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)65708074
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)7112101090