Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna Citation XLS+ and Pilatus PC-24 are light/midsize business jets suited to short-to-medium trips, while the Dassault Falcon 8X is a long-range, large-cabin intercontinental jet, and the Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a twin‑engine helicopter optimized for regional transport and offshore-style missions rather than high-speed, long-range jet travel. In range, the Falcon 8X is the clear leader, typically capable of roughly 6,000+ nautical miles, enabling nonstop transoceanic flights. The Citation XLS+ is a midsize performer at about 2,000+ nautical miles, and the PC‑24 is broadly similar, around 2,000 nautical miles class, with an emphasis on flexibility and shorter-field operations. The AW189’s range is far shorter than the jets, generally a few hundred nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. For passenger capacity, the Falcon 8X commonly carries about 12–16 in executive layouts. The Citation XLS+ is typically configured for about 8–9. The PC‑24 often seats about 6–10 in business configurations (higher in commuter layouts). The AW189 can carry a larger headcount for its type, often around 16–19 passengers, but with helicopter speed and range limits.