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Pilatus Pc 24 vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

The Pilatus PC-24 and Cessna Citation M2 are both light business jets, while the Pilatus PC-12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop commonly used for executive and utility missions. In range, the PC-24 typically leads among the jets here, offering roughly around 2,000 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions, while the Citation M2 is generally shorter‑legged at about 1,550 nautical miles. The PC-12 NGX often falls in a similar bracket to these aircraft in practical mission terms, with published range around 1,800 nautical miles, though it is slower than either jet. For passenger capacity, the PC-24 is usually configured for about 6 to 10 passengers, the Citation M2 commonly seats 4 to 6 in typical executive layouts, and the PC-12 NGX is often arranged for 6 to 9 passengers, with flexibility to trade seats for cargo. Overall, the PC-24 emphasizes jet speed with comparatively roomy cabin and mission flexibility, the M2 emphasizes efficient light‑jet simplicity, and the PC-12 NGX emphasizes versatility and operating economy.

SpecCessna Citation M2Pilatus PC-12 NGXPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 3.45$ 2.78$ 3.71
Min Crew111
Total Seats886
ManufacturerCessna CitationPilatusPilatus
Aircraft NameM2PC-12 NGXPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)140018032076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.58$ 0.46$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats7910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)38106680
Standard Cabin Seats666
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,395$ 793$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Honeywell Primus ApexPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)404290440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$5,150,000$5,350,000$11,800,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingOptional1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew111
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats886
Max Cabin Seats7910
Lavatory LocationAFTFWDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.55.89.3
Galley / RefreshmentNoNoOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats666
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)220271310023500
Cargo DoorYesYes
Galley LocationFWD
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-1AP-21PT6E-67XPFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)350050005000
Flat RatingISA + 7ISA + 35ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)19653435
No. of Engines212
Fuel Burn (lbph)516
Fuel Capacity (gal)492
Horsepower1200
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)42.647.2552.2
Wingspan (ft)47.353.3355.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.4Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)4.855.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.95.1
Cabin Length (ft)1116.923
Overall Height (ft)141417.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.14.253.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)8.817
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)46
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)4090