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Cessna Citation Xls vs Enstrom 480b vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna Citation XLS+ and Pilatus PC-24 are light business jets, while the Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine helicopter and the Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a larger twin‑engine medium helicopter. In range terms, the jets generally lead: the Citation XLS+ is typically around the ~2,100‑nautical‑mile class, while the PC‑24 is usually quoted slightly higher at roughly ~2,000–2,200+ nautical miles depending on fit and reserves. Helicopter range is shorter: the Enstrom 480B is commonly in the ~300–400‑nautical‑mile class, whereas the AW189 is often around ~450–500+ nautical miles depending on tanks and mission profile. Passenger capacity follows a similar split. The Citation XLS+ is usually configured for about 7–9 passengers, and the PC‑24 commonly seats about 6–10 in executive layouts. The Enstrom 480B typically carries 4–5 including the pilot. The AW189 can be configured broadly, often around 12–16 passengers in transport roles (fewer in VIP), reflecting its larger cabin and higher payload.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 15.57$ 3.71
Min Crew211
Total Seats10216
ManufacturerCessna CitationLeonardoPilatus
Aircraft NameXLS+AW189PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)19066512076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.74$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats91910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)75406680
Standard Cabin Seats8196
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 2,413$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21EFISPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430155440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$2,413,000$11,800,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew211
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats10216
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats91910
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.39.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats8196
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW545CCT7-2E1FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)500040005000
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)41193435
No. of Engines222
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.557.852.2
Wingspan (ft)56.355.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.55.6
Cabin Height (ft)5.75.1
Cabin Length (ft)18.523
Overall Height (ft)17.216.617.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.93.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.317
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)8085
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1090
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395