Dassault Falcon 6x vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Embraer Praetor 500 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Dassault Falcon 6X sits in the long-range, large-cabin category, aimed at intercontinental missions. It offers the greatest range of the four (about 5,500 nautical miles) and typically carries around 12–16 passengers depending on configuration, with a cabin sized for true long-haul comfort. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet focused on efficiency and short-to-midrange trips. Its range is much shorter (roughly 2,000–2,200 nautical miles), and typical seating is about 6–9 passengers, making it best for regional flying with lower operating complexity. The Embraer Praetor 500 is a super-midsize jet bridging capability and cost. It reaches about 3,300–3,400 nautical miles and commonly seats around 8–10 passengers, offering significantly more range and cabin volume than the Phenom while remaining below large-cabin economics. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet designed for versatility, including operation from shorter and rougher runways. Its range is typically around 2,000 nautical miles, with seating commonly 6–8 (up to about 10 in high-density layouts), trading ultimate range for access and flexibility.
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 6X | Embraer Phenom 300E | Embraer Praetor 500 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.74 | $ 3.88 | $ 6.02 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 17 | 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Embraer | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | 6X | Phenom 300E | Praetor 500 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 5500 | 2,010 | 3340 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.64 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.86 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 10 | 9 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 6 | 7 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,845 | $ 1,758 | $ 2,779 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus EASy III | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 464 | 466 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $49,500,000 | $9,650,000 | $16,995,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 6914 | — | 6680 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 17 | 9 | 9 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 10.2 | 9.4 | 9.7 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 7 | 7 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 29200 | 25560 | 27110 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 3900 | — | 5800 | — |
| Connectivity | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PW812D | Canada PW535E1 | HTF7500E | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 5000 | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 14000 | 3360 | 6540 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 757 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 84.3 | 51.2 | 64.6 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 85.1 | 52.16 | 70.5 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8.5 | 5.1 | 6.9 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.5 | 4.9 | 6 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 40.4 | 17.2 | 20.6 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 24.5 | 16.75 | 21.1 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 1843 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.3 | 3.6 | 4.7 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 27.5 | 14.8 | 17.4 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 140 | 10 | 40 | 90 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.3 | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 74 | 110 | — |