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Cessna Citation M2 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

The Cessna Citation M2 and Embraer Phenom 100EV are both very light jets designed for short-to-medium business missions, while the Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop optimized for versatility and access to shorter or less‑developed runways. In category terms, the M2 and Phenom 100EV prioritize jet speed and a typical owner-operator corporate mission profile; the PC‑12 NGX leans toward mixed passenger, cargo, and remote-field utility with strong short‑field performance. On range, the Phenom 100EV generally offers the longest reach among the two very light jets, the Citation M2 is in a similar but typically slightly shorter bracket, and the PC‑12 NGX is competitive with—and often comparable to—the very light jets, with real-world flexibility that can depend on payload and operating conditions. For passenger capacity, both the M2 and Phenom 100EV commonly seat about four to seven passengers depending on configuration, whereas the PC‑12 NGX typically accommodates more—often six to nine passengers—thanks to its larger cabin and flexible interior layouts.

SpecCessna Citation M2Embraer Phenom 100EVPilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 3.45$ 2.84$ 2.78
Min Crew111
Total Seats878
ManufacturerCessna CitationEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NameM2Phenom 100EVPC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)14001,1781803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.58$ 0.71$ 0.46
Max Cabin Seats779
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)38103451
Standard Cabin Seats656
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,395$ 1,152$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Prodigy Touch (G3000)Honeywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)404406290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$5,150,000$4,250,000$5,350,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 FlushingOptional
Min Crew111
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats868
Max Cabin Seats769
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.58.35.8
Galley / RefreshmentNoNoNo
Standard Cabin Seats646
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)220272128013100
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-1AP-21PW617F1-EPT6E-67XP
TBO (hrs)350035005000
Flat RatingISA + 7ISA + 8ISA + 35
Thrust (lbs)19651730
No. of Engines221
Fuel Burn (lbph)516543
Fuel Capacity (gal)492
Horsepower1200
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)42.642.147.25
Wingspan (ft)47.340.453.33
Aisle Step (ft)0.40.3
Cabin Width (ft)4.85.15
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.94.9
Cabin Length (ft)111116.9
Overall Height (ft)1414.314
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.13.64.25
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)8.89
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)4660
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1040