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Embraer Phenom 300e vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet optimized for speed and efficient point‑to‑point business travel, while the Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop designed for versatility, short/rough‑field capability, and access to smaller airports. In range, they are broadly comparable for typical missions: the Phenom 300E is often quoted around 2,000 nautical miles with NBAA IFR reserves, whereas the PC‑12 NGX is commonly cited around 1,800–1,900 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions. Passenger capacity differs in practice. The Phenom 300E typically seats six to eight in an executive layout, with maximum seating often listed up to about ten including crew‑adjacent and optional seats, but with tighter comfort at higher counts. The PC‑12 NGX is usually configured for six to eight in executive comfort, yet it can be arranged for substantially more passengers (often up to about nine or ten) and can carry bulky cargo more easily thanks to its large cabin and cargo door. Overall, choose the Phenom for faster cruise and jet feel; choose the PC‑12 for flexibility and airfield access.

SpecEmbraer Phenom 300EPilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 3.88$ 2.78
Min Crew11
Total Seats108
ManufacturerEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NamePhenom 300EPC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2,0101803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.46
Max Cabin Seats109
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6914
Standard Cabin Seats66
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,758$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Prodigy Touch (G3000)Honeywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)464290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$9,650,000$5,350,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed FlushingOptional
Min Crew11
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Total Seats98
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats99
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.45.8
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyNo
Standard Cabin Seats76
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2556013100
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelCanada PW535E1PT6E-67XP
TBO (hrs)50005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 35
Thrust (lbs)3360
No. of Engines21
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Horsepower1200
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)51.247.25
Wingspan (ft)52.1653.33
Aisle Step (ft)0.3
Cabin Width (ft)5.15
Cabin Height (ft)4.94.9
Cabin Length (ft)17.216.9
Overall Height (ft)16.7514
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.64.25
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.8
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1040