Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Daher Tbm 910 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx
The Cessna Citation CJ3+ is a light business jet optimized for faster cruise and higher-altitude operations than the two turboprops. It typically offers a range around 2,000 nautical miles and is commonly configured for about 6 to 9 passengers, making it well suited to time-sensitive trips between major airports where runway length is not especially restrictive. The Daher TBM 910 is a high-performance single-engine turboprop focused on efficiency and owner-pilot flexibility. Its typical range is roughly 1,700 to 1,800 nautical miles, and it generally carries about 4 to 6 passengers in comfort (with fewer when maximizing fuel and baggage), favoring shorter fields and lower operating cost versus a jet. The Pilatus PC-12 NGX is a larger, utility-oriented single-engine turboprop. It commonly delivers about 1,500 to 1,800 nautical miles of range depending on payload and conditions, and it can seat more people than the TBM—often 6 to 9 in executive layouts, with higher maximum seating in commuter configurations—while excelling at carrying bulky cargo and operating from shorter, rougher runways.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Daher TBM 910 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.05 | $ 2.25 | $ 2.78 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 6 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Daher TBM | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | CJ3+ | TBM 910 | PC-12 NGX |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1898 | 1730 | 1803 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.58 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.46 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | — | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 5530 | 2908 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 4 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,680 | $ 744 | $ 793 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Garmin G1000 NXi | Honeywell Primus Apex |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 415 | 330 | 290 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $9,915,000 | $4,250,000 | $5,350,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | Optional |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | — | — |
| Jump Seat | No | — | — |
| Total Seats | 9 | 6 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | — | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | — | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.9 | 6.2 | 5.8 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Refreshment Centre | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 4 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23586 | 14390 | 13100 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-3A | PT6A-66D | PT6E-67XP |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 3500 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 35 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 2820 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 624 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 703 | 291 | — |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | 1200 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 37 | — |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | 402 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 51.2 | 35.3 | 47.25 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 53 | 42.1 | 53.33 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 4 | 5 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.1 | 4.9 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.7 | 13.4 | 16.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.2 | 14.3 | 14 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | — | 4.25 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 12.2 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 65 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 123 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 30 | 40 |