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Cessna Citation Longitude vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Gulfstream G280 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna Citation Longitude and Gulfstream G280 sit in the super-midsize category, aimed at longer missions with more cabin volume and baggage capacity. The Longitude typically offers about 3,500 nautical miles of range and is commonly configured for around 8–12 passengers. The G280 is also super-midsize, generally quoted around 3,600–3,750 nautical miles, and usually seats about 8–10 in typical executive layouts. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet optimized for efficiency and shorter-to-midlength trips. It is generally around 2,000–2,200 nautical miles of range and is commonly arranged for about 6–9 passengers. The Pilatus PC-24 is often described as a “light jet with super-midsize utility,” bridging categories with unique rough/short-field capability. Its range is typically about 2,000 nautical miles, and it usually carries roughly 6–10 passengers depending on configuration. In short, Longitude and G280 prioritize longer range and larger cabins, while the Phenom 300E emphasizes light-jet speed and economics, and the PC-24 emphasizes versatility and airfield access.

SpecCessna Citation LongitudeEmbraer Phenom 300EGulfstream G280Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 5.23$ 3.88$ 6.57$ 3.71
Min Crew2121
Total Seats1010106
ManufacturerCessna CitationEmbraerGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft NameLongitudePhenom 300EG280PC-24
CertificationFAA CertifiedFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)35002,01036002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.65$ 0.55$ 0.82$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats10101010
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats8686
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,500$ 1,758$ 3,168$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Prodigy Touch (G3000)Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)481464481440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$29,965,000$9,650,000$24,900,000$11,800,000
Useful Load (lbs)6914155506680
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2121
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNo
Total Seats109106
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1291010
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.49.29.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats8786
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25400255602500023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelHTF7700LCanada PW535E1HTF7250GFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition5000On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 19ISA + 15ISA + 17ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)7665336076243435
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1478757
Dimensions
Length (ft)73.251.266.952.2
Wingspan (ft)68.952.166355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.30.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.45.16.95.6
Cabin Height (ft)64.96.35.1
Cabin Length (ft)25.217.225.923
Overall Height (ft)19.416.7521.417.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.13.65.43.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.514.817.717
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1121015490
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74