Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Cessna Citation CJ4 and Embraer Phenom 300E sit in the light-jet category, typically configured for about 6 to 9 passengers, and are best suited to regional to transcontinental missions at roughly 1,900 to 2,200 nautical miles depending on reserves and configuration. The Pilatus PC-24 is also a light jet but is positioned as a rugged, versatile “super light” platform; it generally carries about 6 to 10 passengers and offers similar range in the roughly 1,800 to 2,000 nautical mile class, with an emphasis on operating flexibility. The Dassault Falcon 6X is a large-cabin long-range jet, usually arranged for about 12 to 16 passengers, and is designed for intercontinental flying around the 5,500 nautical mile range. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra-long-range, ultra-large-cabin flagship, commonly accommodating about 13 to 19 passengers, with range around 7,500 nautical miles, enabling very long nonstop city pairs that are beyond the practical reach of the light-jet group.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Dassault Falcon 6X | Embraer Phenom 300E | Gulfstream G700 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.37 | $ 7.74 | $ 3.88 | — | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 17 | 10 | 16 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | CJ4 | 6X | Phenom 300E | G700 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2170 | 5500 | 2,010 | 7500 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.55 | — | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 16 | 10 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6914 | — | 6914 | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 14 | 6 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,970 | $ 3,845 | $ 1,758 | — | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Honeywell Primus EASy III | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 440 | 516 | 464 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $11,290,000 | $49,500,000 | $9,650,000 | $78,000,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | Optional | No |
| Jump Seat | No | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Total Seats | 9 | 17 | 9 | 16 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 16 | 9 | 19 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD / AFT | AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 10.2 | 9.4 | — | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | — | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 14 | 7 | 12 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24005 | 29200 | 25560 | — | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | — | — | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-4A | PW812D | Canada PW535E1 | Pearl 700 | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 5000 | 5000 | On Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3621 | 14000 | 3360 | 18250 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 757 | — | 757 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 870 | — | — | — | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 53.4 | 84.3 | 51.2 | 109.9 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 50 | 85.1 | 52.16 | 103 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | — | 0.3 | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 8.5 | 5.1 | 8.2 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 6.5 | 4.9 | 6.25 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 17.2 | 40.4 | 17.2 | 56.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.5 | 24.5 | 16.75 | 25.4 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 6.3 | 3.6 | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.8 | 27.5 | 14.8 | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 70 | — | 74 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 7 | 140 | 10 | 195 | 90 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1843 | — | — | — |