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Embraer Phenom 300e vs Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G650er vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet optimized for short-to-medium missions, typically carrying about 6–8 passengers with a range around 2,000 nautical miles. The Pilatus PC-24 sits in the light/“super versatile” segment: it usually carries about 6–8 passengers, offers roughly 2,000 nautical miles of range, and is distinguished by its ability to operate from shorter runways and more austere airports than many comparable jets. The Gulfstream G280 is a super-midsize jet designed for longer nonstop city pairs, commonly configured for about 8–10 passengers, with range in the ~3,600 nautical mile class. The Gulfstream G650ER is an ultra-long-range large-cabin flagship, typically accommodating about 14–18 passengers, and is built for intercontinental flying with range around 7,500 nautical miles. In short, Phenom 300E and PC-24 fit regional to transcontinental-lite missions with smaller cabins, the G280 extends to true long-range mid-cabin missions, and the G650ER enables global nonstop travel with the largest capacity and range.

SpecEmbraer Phenom 300EGulfstream G280Gulfstream G650ERPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 3.88$ 6.57$ 9.39$ 3.71
Min Crew1241
Total Seats1010146
ManufacturerEmbraerGulfstreamGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft NamePhenom 300EG280G650ERPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2,010360075002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.82$ 0.78$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats10101910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)691415550495006680
Standard Cabin Seats68126
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,758$ 3,168$ 4,844$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Prodigy Touch (G3000)Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)464481516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$9,650,000$24,900,000$60,000,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew1241
Crew RestNoNoYesNo
Jump SeatNoNoYesNo
Total Seats910146
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats9101910
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD / AFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.49.210.79.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats78126
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25560250003190023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelCanada PW535E1HTF7250GBR725 A1-12FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)5000On-ConditionOn-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17ISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)33607624169003435
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Dimensions
Length (ft)51.266.999.852.2
Wingspan (ft)52.166399.655.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.30.3Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.16.98.25.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.96.36.55.1
Cabin Length (ft)17.225.946.923
Overall Height (ft)16.7521.425.717.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.65.46.73.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.817.732.717
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1015423590