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Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental missions, with a published range around 7,500 nautical miles and a typical passenger load in the mid‑teens (often configured for roughly 13–19, with higher maximum layouts possible). The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet positioned for versatile regional and transcontinental flying, including operations into shorter or less‑developed runways; its range is roughly 2,000 nautical miles depending on load and reserves, and it commonly seats about 6–10 passengers in executive layouts. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop aimed at owner‑pilots and shorter business trips; it has a range on the order of about 1,400 nautical miles and typically carries 1 pilot plus up to 5 passengers (six seats total). In practice, the G700 prioritizes maximum reach and cabin comfort, the PC‑24 balances jet speed with airport flexibility, and the M600 SLS emphasizes lower operating complexity and cost for smaller parties.

SpecGulfstream G700Pilatus PC-24Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit322
Min Crew411
Total Seats1666
ManufacturerGulfstreamPilatusPiper
Aircraft NameG700PC-24M600
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)750020761406
Max Cabin Seats1910—
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats1264
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516440274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$11,800,000$3,081,400
DOC / nm—$ 3.71$ 2.19
DOC / nm / Seat—$ 0.62$ 0.55
Useful Load (lbs)—66802200
Direct Operating Cost—$ 1,619$ 603
Flight Rules——IFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew411
Crew RestOptionalNo—
Jump SeatYesNo—
Total Seats1665
Galley LocationFWDFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats1910—
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD—
Standard Cabin Seats1264
Lavatory—1 Enclosed FlushingNo
Cargo Door—Yes—
Cabin Pressure (psi)—9.35.6
Galley / Refreshment—Optional Refreshment CenterRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)—2350012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——8644
Engine
ModelPearl 700FJ44-4A-QPMPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On Condition50003600
Thrust (lbs)182503435—
No. of Engines221
FADEC—YesNo
Flat Rating—ISA + 23ISA + 55
Horsepower——600
Fuel Capacity (gal)——260
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.952.229.7
Wingspan (ft)10355.843.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor—
Cabin Width (ft)8.25.64.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.255.14
Cabin Length (ft)56.92312.3
Overall Height (ft)25.417.411.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1959020
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—3.8—
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)—17—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)——165