Hawker 400 vs PC-24

American business jet, renowned for its versatility, extensively used in various industries, including charter and private aviation.
Picture of Hawker 400
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 29 August 1978
Year introduced 1978
Number produced 951 units
Average unit price $7.4 million
Swiss light business jet, operational since 2015, known for versatility across multiple deployments including charter services.
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 22.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.3 m â—‰
Height 4.2 m â—‰
Length 14.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 860 km/h â—‰
Operational range 4,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,303 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,559 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,315 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Beechcraft Hawker 400
Wing area 30.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 17.0 m â—‰
Height 5.3 m â—‰
Length 16.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 787 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,700 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,005 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,967 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,529 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Pilatus PC-24

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The Hawker 400 is faster with a maximum speed of 860 km/h compared to the PC-24's 787 km/h, a difference of 73 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The Hawker 400 has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the PC-24's 3,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The PC-24 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Hawker 400's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The PC-24 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,005 kg compared to the Hawker 400's 7,303 kg.
Which is larger, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The PC-24 is longer at 16.8 meters compared to the Hawker 400's 14.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The PC-24 is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the Hawker 400 at $7.4 million.
Which entered service first, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The Hawker 400 entered service first in 1978, 40 years before the PC-24 which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hawker 400 or PC-24?
The Hawker 400 has been produced in greater numbers with 951 units compared to 100 units of the PC-24.