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Embraer Phenom 300e vs Gulfstream G280 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet optimized for fast regional trips, typically seating about 6–9 passengers depending on layout, with an NBAA range around 2,000 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G280 is a super‑midsize jet aimed at longer, higher‑end missions, usually configured for about 8–10 passengers, and offers roughly 3,600 nautical miles of range, making it the clear leader here for nonstop transcontinental or near‑intercontinental legs. The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop known for efficiency and short/rough‑field utility; it commonly carries about 6–9 passengers and has a typical range on the order of 1,500–1,800 nautical miles depending on reserves and payload. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet with “super utility” capability, bridging jet speed with strong short‑field performance; it generally seats about 6–10 passengers and provides roughly 2,000 nautical miles of range. In short, G280 leads on range and cabin class, Phenom 300E and PC‑24 cluster around similar range with different operating flexibility, and the PC‑12 NGX trades speed for versatility and lower operating costs.

SpecEmbraer Phenom 300EGulfstream G280Pilatus PC-12 NGXPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 3.88$ 6.57$ 2.78$ 3.71
Min Crew1211
Total Seats101086
ManufacturerEmbraerGulfstreamPilatusPilatus
Aircraft NamePhenom 300EG280PC-12 NGXPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2,010360018032076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.82$ 0.46$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats1010910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6914155506680
Standard Cabin Seats6866
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,758$ 3,168$ 793$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Prodigy Touch (G3000)Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)Honeywell Primus ApexPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)464481290440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$9,650,000$24,900,000$5,350,000$11,800,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted FlushingOptional1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew1211
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats91086
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats910910
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.49.25.89.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyNoOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats7866
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25560250001310023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Cargo DoorYesYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelCanada PW535E1HTF7250GPT6E-67XPFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)5000On-Condition50005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17ISA + 35ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)336076243435
No. of Engines2212
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Horsepower1200
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)51.266.947.2552.2
Wingspan (ft)52.166353.3355.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.30.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.16.955.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.96.34.95.1
Cabin Length (ft)17.225.916.923
Overall Height (ft)16.7521.41417.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.65.44.253.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.817.717
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)101544090