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Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna Citation CJ4 is a light jet optimized for efficient short-to-medium missions, typically flying about 2,000 nautical miles and carrying around 7 to 10 passengers depending on seating and baggage demands. The Cessna Citation XLS+ sits in the midsize category, offering a step up in cabin volume and comfort, generally accommodating about 8 to 9 passengers with a typical range around 2,100 nautical miles. The Pilatus PC-24 is often described as a “super versatile” light jet that overlaps light and midsize use cases; it commonly seats about 6 to 10 passengers and offers roughly 2,000 nautical miles of range, with the added advantage of operating from shorter or less-prepared runways compared with most jets in this class. The Cessna Citation Latitude is a super-midsize jet with the largest cabin of the group, usually configured for about 8 to 12 passengers and providing the longest reach, roughly 2,700 nautical miles, making it the best fit here for longer nonstop city pairs and more spacious executive travel.

SpecCessna Citation CJ4Cessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation XLS+Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 6.80$ 5.34$ 3.71
Min Crew1221
Total Seats910106
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna CitationPilatus
Aircraft NameCJ4LatitudeXLS+PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2170273119062076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.85$ 0.67$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats89910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)69141239475406680
Standard Cabin Seats7886
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,970$ 2,936$ 2,303$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)440458430440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$11,290,000$19,305,000$15,500,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew1221
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNo
Total Seats910106
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats89910
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.79.39.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats7886
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24005268002523023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-4APW306D1PW545CFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)5000600050005000
Flat RatingISA + 11ISA + 15ISA + 10ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)3621590741193435
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)7571114
Fuel Capacity (gal)8701700
Dimensions
Length (ft)53.46252.552.2
Wingspan (ft)5072.356.355.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.4Flat Floor0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)4.86.45.55.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.865.75.1
Cabin Length (ft)17.221.818.523
Overall Height (ft)15.520.917.217.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.14.43.93.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.815.914.317
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)7010080
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)7271090