AIR.ONE

Dassault Falcon 8x vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Dassault Falcon 8X and Embraer Legacy 650E are long-range business jets, but the 8X sits in the ultra-long-range category, typically offering about 6,450 nm of range and usually seating around 12–16 passengers. The Legacy 650E is a large-cabin, long-range jet with roughly 3,900 nm of range and commonly accommodates about 13 passengers, trading intercontinental reach for a roomy cabin and strong value. The Pilatus PC-24 is a “super versatile” light/medium jet designed for flexibility, including operation from shorter or less-prepared runways; its range is typically around 2,000 nm (varies by load) and it generally carries about 6–10 passengers. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin-engine helicopter rather than a jet, optimized for vertical lift missions like EMS, law enforcement, and utility work. Its range is far shorter, roughly 300–400 nm, and typical seating is about 8–10 occupants including crew, depending on configuration.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 3.71
Min Crew21
Total Seats176
ManufacturerDassault FalconPilatus
Aircraft Name8XPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)64502076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats1610
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)369006680
Standard Cabin Seats146
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew21
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats176
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1610
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.29.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats146
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307DFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)67223435
No. of Engines32
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.252.2
Wingspan (ft)86.355.8
Cabin Width (ft)7.75.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)42.723
Overall Height (ft)26.117.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.33.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.217
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14090
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor