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Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Embraer Praetor 500

The Cessna Citation Latitude, Cessna Citation Sovereign+, and Embraer Praetor 500 all compete in the midsize to super-midsize business jet space, but they differ in mission focus. The Citation Latitude is generally positioned as a midsize jet, optimized for comfortable cabin space and efficient typical business-stage lengths; its range is commonly cited around 2,700 nautical miles, and it typically accommodates about 8 to 9 passengers in executive layouts. The Citation Sovereign+ is often described as a super-midsize jet, with stronger runway performance and a longer-legged profile than the Latitude; its range is commonly listed around 3,200 nautical miles, with typical seating also around 8 to 9 passengers, sometimes more depending on configuration. The Embraer Praetor 500 sits in the super-midsize category as well, emphasizing longer range and modern systems; it is commonly cited near 3,300 nautical miles of range and typically seats about 8 to 9 passengers, with flexibility for higher-density layouts. Overall, the Latitude favors cabin comfort in the midsize segment, while the Sovereign+ and Praetor 500 offer more transcontinental reach.

SpecCessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation Sovereign+Embraer Praetor 500
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.80$ 6.02$ 6.02
Min Crew222
Total Seats10119
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationEmbraer
Aircraft NameLatitudeSovereign +Praetor 500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)273131383340
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.85$ 0.67$ 0.86
Max Cabin Seats9129
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1239412790
Standard Cabin Seats897
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,936$ 2,699$ 2,779
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458458466
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,305,000$19,730,000$16,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats10119
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats9129
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.39.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats897
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)268002523027110
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,9505800
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW306D1PW306DHTF7500E
TBO (hrs)60006000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 16ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)590759076540
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114
Fuel Capacity (gal)17001700
Dimensions
Length (ft)6263.564.6
Wingspan (ft)72.372.470.5
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.45.56.9
Cabin Height (ft)65.76
Cabin Length (ft)21.825.320.6
Overall Height (ft)20.920.421.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.43.94.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.917.417.4
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100100110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)273540