Cessna Citation M2 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Cessna Citation M2 and Embraer Phenom 100EV are light jets aimed at short-to-midrange business missions, typically carrying about four to seven passengers depending on seating and baggage needs. The Phenom 100EV generally offers a bit more usable range than the M2, while both prioritize speed and jet comfort for regional trips. The Pilatus PC-12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop rather than a jet, trading jet speed for notably longer range and excellent short/rough‑field capability; it’s often configured for six to nine passengers and can be very flexible for mixed passenger-cargo use. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet with a larger, more versatile cabin than the M2/Phenom class, commonly accommodating six to ten passengers, and it pairs solid range with the ability to operate from shorter runways than most jets. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop positioned below the PC‑12 in capacity, typically seating about four to six, with respectable range for owner‑pilot travel and lower operating complexity than jets.
| Spec | Cessna Citation M2 | Embraer Phenom 100EV | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.45 | $ 2.84 | $ 2.78 | $ 3.71 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 8 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Embraer | Pilatus | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | M2 | Phenom 100EV | PC-12 NGX | PC-24 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1400 | 1,178 | 1803 | 2076 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.58 | $ 0.71 | $ 0.46 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 7 | 9 | 10 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3810 | 3451 | — | 6680 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,395 | $ 1,152 | $ 793 | $ 1,619 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Honeywell Primus Apex | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 404 | 406 | 290 | 440 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $5,150,000 | $4,250,000 | $5,350,000 | $11,800,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Flushing | Optional | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | — | No | — |
| Jump Seat | No | No | — | No | — |
| Total Seats | 8 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 6 | 9 | 10 | — |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | FWD | FWD | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.5 | 8.3 | 5.8 | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | No | No | Optional Refreshment Center | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 22027 | 21280 | 13100 | 23500 | 12600 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | — | — | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | FJ44-1AP-21 | PW617F1-E | PT6E-67XP | FJ44-4A-QPM | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 3500 | 5000 | 5000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 7 | ISA + 8 | ISA + 35 | ISA + 23 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 1965 | 1730 | — | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 516 | 543 | — | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 492 | — | — | — | 260 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 1200 | — | 600 |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | 402 | — | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 42.6 | 42.1 | 47.25 | 52.2 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 47.3 | 40.4 | 53.33 | 55.8 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | 0.3 | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 5.1 | 5 | 5.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 11 | 11 | 16.9 | 23 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14 | 14.3 | 14 | 17.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.6 | 4.25 | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 8.8 | 9 | — | 17 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 46 | 60 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 40 | 90 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | — | 165 |