Embraer Praetor 500 vs Gulfstream G280 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Embraer Praetor 500 and Gulfstream G280 sit in the super‑midsize category, while the Pilatus PC‑24 is typically positioned as a light jet with “super versatile” capability, especially for shorter or unimproved runways. On range, the G280 generally leads, offering intercontinental-style legs for the class at about 3,600 nautical miles, with the Praetor 500 close behind at roughly 3,300 nautical miles. The PC‑24 is notably shorter‑legged at around 2,000 nautical miles, but trades that for operational flexibility and access. For passenger capacity, all three are commonly configured for about 8 to 10 passengers in typical executive layouts. The Praetor 500 and G280 most often seat 8 to 10 in a more spacious super‑midsize cabin, while the PC‑24 can also be arranged around that range, sometimes up to about 10, with a cabin optimized for multi‑role use rather than maximum range or speed.