Cessna Grand Caravan EX private jetPilatus PC-12 NGX private jet

Grand Caravan EX vs PC-12 NGX

A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the turboprop class.

Cessna Grand Caravan EX

CESSNA

Cessna Grand Caravan EX

The Cessna Grand Caravan EX is the world's most popular utility turboprop. Nine passengers, rugged short-strip capability and proven Pratt & Whitney power make it the default choice for Caribbean, Greek and Indian Ocean island hopping.

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Pilatus PC-12 NGX

PILATUS

Pilatus PC-12 NGX

The Pilatus PC-12 NGX is the world's most-delivered single-engine turbine aircraft — exceptional reliability, jet-style cabin appointments and unmatched short-runway access at the most economical operating cost in private aviation.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Side-by-side specifications

METRICGrand Caravan EXPC-12 NGX
Passengers96–8
Range964 nm1,803 nm
Cruise speed186 kts290 kts
Cabin height4'6"4'10"
Cabin width5'3"5'0"
Baggage111 cu ft40 cu ft
Runway2,055 ft2,485 ft

Cessna Grand Caravan EX — strengths

  • Most popular island-hopper in service
  • Short and unpaved runway capability
  • Proven Pratt & Whitney PT6 engines

Pilatus PC-12 NGX — strengths

  • Most-delivered single turbine in history
  • Lowest operating cost in segment
  • 2,485 ft runway capability

CHARTER PRICING

Indicative pricing

CESSNA GRAND CARAVAN EX
Nassau → Exumafrom $3,600
Mahé → Praslinfrom $4,200
PILATUS PC-12 NGX
Zurich → St Moritzfrom CHF 4,800
Denver → Aspenfrom $6,800

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VERDICT

Grand Caravan EX or PC-12 NGX?

  • The PC-12 NGX offers the longer range — better suited to non-stop intercontinental missions.
  • Cabin capacity favours the Grand Caravan EX, with seating for up to 9 passengers.
  • Both aircraft sit in the turboprop class — choose based on your typical mission length, party size and preferred cabin layout.

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