Aircraft comparison
Cessna Citation XLS+ vs Embraer Phenom 300E
The same figures as our ownership cost guides, side by side: cabin and performance first, then what each aircraft costs to own and fly.
Cabin and performance
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Embraer Phenom 300E | |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 9 | 10 |
| RangeNautical miles, optimum configuration | 2,100 nm | 2,010 nm |
| Cruise speed | 441 kt | 464 kt |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| Charter rateTypical market hourly rate, not a CRAFT quote | $3,500/hr | $3,150/hr |
Ownership and operating cost
Fixed costs are what the aircraft costs before it moves: crew, hangar, insurance, management. Variable costs are charged by the hour flown. Estimates only; the real figures depend on how and where you fly.
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Embraer Phenom 300E | |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed costsA year, before any flying | $464,244 | $359,130 |
| Variable costsPer hour flown | $2,247/hr | $1,652/hr |
| Total at 200 hoursFixed plus variable, a year | $913,644 | $689,530 |
| Cost per hour at 200 hours | $4,568/hr | $3,448/hr |
Full breakdowns: Cessna Citation XLS+ and Embraer Phenom 300E.
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