Cessna Citation M2 vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Cessna Citation M2 is a light jet aimed at short to mid-range missions, typically offering seating for about five to seven passengers depending on configuration, with a range around 1,500 nautical miles. The Embraer Phenom 300E sits in the light-to-super-light class with notably longer reach and more cabin capability, commonly seating six to eight passengers and flying roughly 2,000 nautical miles, making it better suited to longer nonstop city pairs than the M2. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed twin-turboprop rather than a jet; it generally carries about six to eight passengers and delivers jet-like cruise speeds with an approximate 1,700–1,800 nautical mile range, often favored when turboprop economics and speed are both priorities. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet with “rugged” utility positioning, typically seating six to eight (with higher-density options), and offers about a 2,000 nautical mile range; it stands out for operating flexibility, including shorter and less-improved runways compared with most jets in this group.
| Spec | Cessna Citation M2 | Embraer Phenom 300E | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.45 | $ 3.88 | — | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 8 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Embraer | Piaggio | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | M2 | Phenom 300E | Avanti EVO | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1400 | 2,010 | 1530 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.58 | $ 0.55 | — | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 10 | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3810 | 6914 | 3775 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,395 | $ 1,758 | — | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 404 | 464 | 400 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $5,150,000 | $9,650,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | — | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No | — | No |
| Total Seats | 8 | 9 | 8 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 9 | 7 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | — | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.5 | 9.4 | 9 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | Galley | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 22027 | 25560 | 24000 | 23500 |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 6600 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-1AP-21 | Canada PW535E1 | PT6A–66B | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 5000 | 3600 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 7 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 28 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 1965 | 3360 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 516 | 757 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 492 | — | — | — |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 | — |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 42.6 | 51.2 | 47.3 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 47.3 | 52.16 | 47.1 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | 0.3 | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 11 | 17.2 | 14.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14 | 16.75 | 13.1 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.6 | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 8.8 | 14.8 | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 46 | 74 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 35.2 | 90 |