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Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna Citation CJ3+ and Embraer Phenom 100EV are both light jets, while the Pilatus PC-24 is typically categorized as a light-to-superlight jet with a larger cabin and more utility-focused design. In range, the CJ3+ generally leads this trio, offering roughly around 2,000 nautical miles class capability, making it better suited to longer nonstop city pairs than the Phenom 100EV, which is usually in the ~1,100–1,200 nautical mile class. The PC-24 sits between them in typical published figures, commonly around the ~1,700 nautical mile class, though real-world range varies with passengers, reserves, and conditions. For passenger capacity, the Phenom 100EV is usually configured for about four to six passengers, the CJ3+ commonly for six to eight, and the PC-24 often for eight to ten in executive layouts, with flexibility for more in commuter-style seating. Overall, the Phenom 100EV emphasizes efficiency and short trips, the CJ3+ balances cabin size with longer legs, and the PC-24 prioritizes cabin volume, payload flexibility, and operational versatility.

SpecCessna Citation CJ3+Embraer Phenom 100EVPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.05$ 2.84$ 3.71
Min Crew111
Total Seats976
ManufacturerCessna CitationEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NameCJ3+Phenom 100EVPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)18981,1782076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.58$ 0.71$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats8710
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)553034516680
Standard Cabin Seats756
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,680$ 1,152$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Prodigy Touch (G3000)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)415406440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$9,915,000$4,250,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew111
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats966
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats8610
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.98.39.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyNoOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats746
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)235862128023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-3APW617F1-EFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)500035005000
Flat RatingISA + 11ISA + 8ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)282017303435
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)624543
Fuel Capacity (gal)703
Dimensions
Length (ft)51.242.152.2
Wingspan (ft)5340.455.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.40.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)4.85.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.95.1
Cabin Length (ft)15.71123
Overall Height (ft)15.214.317.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.13.63.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)12.2917
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)6560
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1090