AIR.ONE

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.

SpecDassault Falcon 6XEmbraer Phenom 300EEmbraer Praetor 500Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit3222
DOC / nm$ 7.74$ 3.88$ 6.02$ 3.71
Min Crew2121
Total Seats171096
ManufacturerDassault FalconEmbraerEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft Name6XPhenom 300EPraetor 500PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)55002,01033402076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.55$ 0.86$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats1610910
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats14676
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,845$ 1,758$ 2,779$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIIProdigy Touch (G3000)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516464466440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$49,500,000$9,650,000$16,995,000$11,800,000
Useful Load (lbs)69146680
Cabin
Cockpit3222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2121
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNoNo
Total Seats17996
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats169910
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.29.49.79.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats14776
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200255602711023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)39005800
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelPW812DCanada PW535E1HTF7500EFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)50005000On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 15ISA + 18ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)14000336065403435
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Dimensions
Length (ft)84.351.264.652.2
Wingspan (ft)85.152.1670.555.8
Cabin Width (ft)8.55.16.95.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.54.965.1
Cabin Length (ft)40.417.220.623
Overall Height (ft)24.516.7521.117.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1843
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.33.64.73.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)27.514.817.417
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140104090
Aisle Step (ft)0.3Flat FloorFlat Floor
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74110