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Embraer Praetor 500 vs Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G800 1 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Embraer Praetor 500 and Gulfstream G280 sit in the super-midsize class, while the Pilatus PC-24 is typically positioned as a light jet with rugged, short-field capability, and the Gulfstream G800 is an ultra-long-range large-cabin flagship. In range terms, the PC-24 is the shortest-legged at roughly 2,000 nautical miles, suited to regional missions and accessing smaller or unimproved runways. The Praetor 500 reaches about 3,300 nautical miles, enabling longer U.S. transcontinental or similar missions with reserves. The G280 is broadly comparable, around 3,600 nautical miles, often giving it a slight edge on longer stage lengths in the super-midsize segment. The G800 is in a different league at roughly 8,000 nautical miles, designed for true intercontinental city pairs. For passenger capacity, the PC-24 is commonly configured for about 6–8 passengers, the Praetor 500 and G280 typically seat about 8–10 in standard executive layouts, and the G800 usually accommodates around 12–16, with much more cabin volume and zone flexibility.

SpecEmbraer Praetor 500Gulfstream G280Gulfstream G800Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22—2
DOC / nm$ 6.02$ 6.57—$ 3.71
Min Crew22—1
Total Seats910156
ManufacturerEmbraerGulfstreamGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft NamePraetor 500G280G800PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA—FAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)33403600—2076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.86$ 0.82—$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats910—10
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified—VERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats78—6
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,779$ 3,168—$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)—Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)466481982440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$16,995,000$24,900,00071500000$11,800,000
Useful Load (lbs)—15550—6680
Cabin
Cockpit22—2
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing—1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22—1
Crew RestNoNo—No
Jump SeatNoNo—No
Total Seats910—6
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5———
Galley LocationFWDFWD—FWD
Max Cabin Seats910—10
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT—FWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.2—9.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley—Optional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats78—6
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2711025000—23500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)58005800——
Cargo Door———Yes
Engine
FADECYesYes—Yes
ModelHTF7500EHTF7250G—FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition—5000
Flat RatingISA + 18ISA + 17—ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)65407624—3435
No. of Engines22—2
Dimensions
Length (ft)64.666.9—52.2
Wingspan (ft)70.563—55.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.3—Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.96.9—5.6
Cabin Height (ft)66.3—5.1
Cabin Length (ft)20.625.9—23
Overall Height (ft)21.121.4—17.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.75.4—3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.417.7—17
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110———
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)40154—90