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Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna Citation CJ4 and Pilatus PC-24 are typically grouped in the light-jet class, while the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is a super-midsize business jet with a notably larger cabin and heavier capability. In range terms, the CJ4 and PC-24 are broadly similar, each generally suited to roughly 2,000 nautical mile missions (commonly cited around 2,000–2,200 nm depending on conditions and configuration), making them strong options for regional and many transcontinental U.S. trips. The Falcon 2000LXS offers substantially more reach, commonly cited in the mid‑3,000 nm class (about 4,000+ nm in some references), which better supports longer international stage lengths and more payload flexibility. For passenger capacity, the CJ4 and PC-24 are commonly configured for about 6–8 passengers in typical corporate layouts, though maximum seating can be higher in dense arrangements. The Falcon 2000LXS is usually arranged for about 8–10 passengers (and can be configured higher), delivering more space, comfort, and baggage volume than either light jet.

SpecCessna Citation CJ4Dassault Falcon 2000LXSPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 6.38$ 3.71
Min Crew121
Total Seats9126
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault FalconPilatus
Aircraft NameCJ42000LXSPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)217041552076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.80$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats81010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6914182506680
Standard Cabin Seats7106
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,970$ 3,073$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus EASy IIPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)440490440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$11,290,000$35,100,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew121
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats9126
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats81010
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.69.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats7106
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)240052530023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-4APW308CFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)500070005000
Flat RatingISA + 11ISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)362170003435
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Fuel Capacity (gal)870
Dimensions
Length (ft)53.466.452.2
Wingspan (ft)5070.255.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.4Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)4.87.75.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.86.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)17.226.223
Overall Height (ft)15.523.217.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.16.33.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.817.117
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)70
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)713190
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024