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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
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.02$ 6.57$ 3.71
Min Crew221
Total Seats910156
ManufacturerEmbraerGulfstreamGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft NamePraetor 500G280G750PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)334036002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.86$ 0.82$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats91010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats786
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)155506680
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew221
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats9106
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats91010
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.29.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats786
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)271102500023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)58005800
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHTF7500EHTF7250GFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 18ISA + 17ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)654076243435
No. of Engines222
Dimensions
Length (ft)64.666.952.2
Wingspan (ft)70.56355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.96.95.6
Cabin Height (ft)66.35.1
Cabin Length (ft)20.625.923
Overall Height (ft)21.121.417.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.75.43.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.417.717
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)4015490