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Embraer Lineage 1000e vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Embraer Lineage 1000E is a large-cabin VIP airliner-class business jet, positioned for high-end, long-range missions and maximum comfort. It offers the greatest range of the three (typically around 4,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration) and the highest passenger capacity, commonly arranged for roughly 13–19 passengers in executive layouts, with potential for more in higher-density configurations. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet optimized for efficiency, speed, and frequent short-to-medium trips. It has the shortest range among these options (about 2,000–2,200 nautical miles) and typically seats around 6–9 passengers in standard executive seating, making it best for smaller groups and high utilization. The Pilatus PC-24 sits between them as a “super versatile” light jet with strong short/rough-field capability and a practical cabin. Its range generally falls in the mid-2,000 nautical mile class (often around 2,000+ depending on payload), and typical seating is about 6–10 passengers. It trades some pure speed and cabin luxury versus larger jets for access to shorter runways and more mission flexibility.

SpecEmbraer Lineage 1000EEmbraer Phenom 300EPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit322
DOC / nm$ 11.68$ 3.88$ 3.71
Min Crew311
Total Seats19106
ManufacturerEmbraerEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NameLineage 1000EPhenom 300EPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)46402,0102076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.97$ 0.55$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats191010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)5004369146680
Standard Cabin Seats1666
Direct Operating Cost$ 5,827$ 1,758$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EpicProdigy Touch (G3000)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470464440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$51,250,000$9,650,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew311
Crew RestYesNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNo
Total Seats1496
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats19910
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.49.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats1276
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)231902556023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelCF34-10 E7-BCanada PW535E1FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition50005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)1850033603435
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)4184757
Dimensions
Length (ft)11951.252.2
Wingspan (ft)94.252.1655.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.85.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.64.95.1
Cabin Length (ft)76.617.223
Overall Height (ft)34.716.7517.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)83.63.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)67.214.817
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)12074
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)3231090