Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 7x vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Cessna Citation Longitude is a super‑mid/large‑cabin business jet aimed at transcontinental missions, typically carrying about 8–12 passengers with a range around 3,500 nautical miles. Dassault’s Falcon 7X and 8X are long‑range, large‑cabin intercontinental trijets; the 7X commonly seats roughly 10–14 and reaches about 5,900 nautical miles, while the newer 8X is similar in cabin class and capacity (often 12–16) but stretches range to roughly 6,450 nautical miles for longer nonstop city pairs. The Pilatus PC‑24 sits in a different niche as a light jet with “go‑anywhere” utility, typically configured for about 6–10 passengers and offering a shorter range of roughly 2,000 nautical miles, trading intercontinental reach for versatility, including operation from shorter or less‑prepared runways. Overall, the PC‑24 suits regional flexibility, the Longitude targets efficient U.S. coast‑to‑coast capability, and the Falcon 7X/8X focus on larger cabins and true long‑haul global range, with the 8X leading in endurance.
| Spec | Cessna Citation Longitude | Dassault Falcon 7X | Dassault Falcon 8X | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 5.23 | $ 7.75 | $ 7.66 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 17 | 17 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Dassault Falcon | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Longitude | 7X | 8X | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3500 | 5950 | 6450 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.65 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 16 | 16 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 14 | 14 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,500 | $ 3,850 | $ 3,805 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 481 | 516 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $29,965,000 | $53,800,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 33600 | 36900 | 6680 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 17 | 17 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 16 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.7 | 10.2 | 10.2 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 14 | 14 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25400 | 29200 | 29200 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | 3900 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF7700L | PW307A | PW307D | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 7200 | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 19 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7665 | 6402 | 6722 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 1478 | — | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 73.2 | 76.7 | 80.2 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 68.9 | 86 | 86.3 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 6.4 | 7.7 | 7.7 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6.2 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 39.1 | 42.7 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 19.4 | 25.7 | 26.1 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 4.1 | 6.3 | 6.3 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.5 | 26.2 | 29.2 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | 140 | 140 | 90 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1552 | 1695 | — |