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Gulfstream G280 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Gulfstream G280 is a super‑midsize business jet optimized for longer nonstop missions and higher cruise speeds, typically offering about 3,600 nautical miles of range and seating commonly configured for around 8 to 10 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop best characterized as a versatile utility/business aircraft; it generally trades speed for efficiency and short/rough‑field capability, with roughly 1,800 nautical miles of range and typical seating around 6 to 8 passengers (with higher-capacity commuter-style seating available). The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet positioned between these two: faster than the PC‑12 and more flexible on shorter runways than many light jets, with about 2,000 nautical miles of range and typical executive seating around 6 to 8 (often up to about 10 depending on configuration). In short, the G280 leads on range and jet performance, the PC‑12 NGX leads on operational flexibility and economy, and the PC‑24 balances jet speed with unusually rugged mission capability.

SpecGulfstream G280Pilatus PC-12 NGXPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.57$ 2.78$ 3.71
Min Crew211
Total Seats1086
ManufacturerGulfstreamPilatusPilatus
Aircraft NameG280PC-12 NGXPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)360018032076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.82$ 0.46$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats10910
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)155506680
Standard Cabin Seats866
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,168$ 793$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)Honeywell Primus ApexPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)481290440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$24,900,000$5,350,000$11,800,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingOptional1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew211
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats1086
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats10910
Lavatory LocationAFTFWDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.25.89.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyNoOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats866
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)250001310023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Cargo DoorYesYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHTF7250GPT6E-67XPFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition50005000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 35ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)76243435
No. of Engines212
Horsepower1200
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.947.2552.2
Wingspan (ft)6353.3355.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.955.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.34.95.1
Cabin Length (ft)25.916.923
Overall Height (ft)21.41417.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.44.253.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.717
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1544090