Gulfstream G550 vs PC-24
Overview
The Gulfstream G550 and the PC-24 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Pilatus respectively.
Top speed is 941 km/h for the Gulfstream G550 vs 787 km/h for the PC-24. The Gulfstream G550 has an operational range of 12,500 km vs 3,700 km for the PC-24. The Gulfstream G550 operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 13,716 m for the PC-24. At 41,050 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream G550 is 5.1x the PC-24's 8,005 kg.
The Gulfstream G550 has been produced in 600 units vs 100 for the PC-24. Unit cost is $62M for the Gulfstream G550 vs $12M for the PC-24. The Gulfstream G550 first flew 12 years before the PC-24 (2003 vs 2015).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
| First flight | 1 January 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2004 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | $62 million |
| Swiss light business jet, operational since 2015, known for versatility across multiple deployments including charter services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇭 Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 11 May 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 100 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| Wing area | 106.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 29.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 941 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 12,500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 41,050 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 20,956 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,345 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 30.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.3 m ◉ |
| Length | 16.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 787 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,700 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,005 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,967 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 765 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Gulfstream G550 or PC-24?
The Gulfstream G550 is faster with a maximum speed of 941 km/h compared to the PC-24's 787 km/h, a difference of 154 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G550 or PC-24?
The Gulfstream G550 has a longer range at 12,500 km compared to the PC-24's 3,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G550 or PC-24?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the PC-24's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G550 or PC-24?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 41,050 kg compared to the PC-24's 8,005 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G550 or PC-24?
The Gulfstream G550 is longer at 29.4 meters compared to the PC-24's 16.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream G550 or PC-24?
The Gulfstream G550 is more expensive at approximately $62 million per unit compared to the PC-24 at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G550 or PC-24?
The Gulfstream G550 entered service first in 2004, 14 years before the PC-24 which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G550 or PC-24?
The Gulfstream G550 has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 100 units of the PC-24.