Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Embraer Phenom 100EV and Pilatus PC-24 sit in different light-jet subcategories and are optimized for different missions. The Phenom 100EV is a very light jet designed primarily for efficient short-to-medium business trips with a focus on lower operating costs and easy access to many regional airports. The PC-24 is typically considered a light jet (often marketed as a “super versatile” light jet) and is built to handle a wider variety of airports, including shorter runways and, in many operations, unpaved or rough-field-capable environments, making it more utility-oriented. In range, the PC-24 generally offers a longer typical range than the Phenom 100EV, better suiting longer nonstop legs or missions with higher payload. In passenger capacity, the Phenom 100EV is commonly arranged for about four to six passengers, while the PC-24 is usually configured for more, often six to eight, with some layouts accommodating up to around ten depending on seating and interior choices.
| Spec | Embraer Phenom 100EV | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.84 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 7 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Embraer | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Phenom 100EV | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1,178 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.71 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3451 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,152 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 406 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,250,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No |
| Total Seats | 6 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 6 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.3 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 21280 | 23500 |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PW617F1-E | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 8 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 1730 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 543 | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 42.1 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 40.4 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.3 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.9 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 11 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.3 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.6 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 9 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 60 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 10 | 90 |