Pilatus PC-24 private jetHondaJet Elite II private jet

PC-24 vs HondaJet Elite II

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

Pilatus PC-24

PILATUS

Pilatus PC-24

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.

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HondaJet Elite II

HONDA AIRCRAFT COMPANY

HondaJet Elite II

The HondaJet Elite II is the most innovative light jet in production — its patented over-the-wing engine mount delivers a quieter, larger cabin and 20% better fuel efficiency than any direct competitor. Ideal for short European or US business missions.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Side-by-side specifications

METRICPC-24HondaJet Elite II
Passengers85–6
Range2,000 nm1,547 nm
Cruise speedMach 0.74Mach 0.72
Cabin height5'1"4'10"
Cabin width5'6"5'0"
Baggage90 cu ft66 cu ft
Runway2,930 ft3,699 ft

Pilatus PC-24 — strengths

  • Only jet certified for unimproved runways
  • Largest flat-floor cabin in class
  • Access to 21,000 airports worldwide

HondaJet Elite II — strengths

  • Over-the-wing engine mount — patented
  • Quietest light-jet cabin
  • Lowest fuel burn in class

CHARTER PRICING

Indicative pricing

PILATUS PC-24
Geneva → St Moritzfrom CHF 8,200
Denver → Telluridefrom $14,500
HONDAJET ELITE II
London → Amsterdamfrom £5,400
New York → Bostonfrom $7,200

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VERDICT

PC-24 or HondaJet Elite II?

  • The PC-24 offers the longer range — better suited to non-stop intercontinental missions.
  • Cabin capacity favours the PC-24, with seating for up to 8 passengers.
  • Both aircraft sit in the light jet class — choose based on your typical mission length, party size and preferred cabin layout.

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