A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the light jet class.
CESSNA
The Cessna Citation CJ3+ is the most-flown light jet in private aviation — a perfect short-range workhorse that combines exceptional fuel efficiency with a refined six-seat cabin. Ideal for one-to-two-hour European or US regional missions, the CJ3+ accesses smaller airfields that midsize jets cannot, putting clients closer to their final destination.
FULL CESSNA CITATION CJ3+ PAGE →PILATUS
The Pilatus PC-24 is the only business jet in the world certified for short, unimproved and gravel runways. With a flat cabin floor, large cargo door and class-leading flexibility, it accesses 21,000 airports — far more than any rival.
FULL PILATUS PC-24 PAGE →SPECIFICATIONS
| METRIC | Citation CJ3+ | PC-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 6–7 | 8 |
| Range | 2,040 nm | 2,000 nm |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.737 | Mach 0.74 |
| Cabin height | 4'9" | 5'1" |
| Cabin width | 4'10" | 5'6" |
| Baggage | 65 cu ft | 90 cu ft |
| Runway | 3,180 ft | 2,930 ft |
CHARTER PRICING
| London → Geneva | from £8,400 |
| Nice → Olbia | from €5,900 |
| Miami → Nassau | from $7,500 |
| Geneva → St Moritz | from CHF 8,200 |
| Denver → Telluride | from $14,500 |
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