Super-midsize jets
Super-midsize jets such as the Challenger 350 and 3500, Citation Longitude, Gulfstream G280 and Praetor 600 offer stand-up cabins and ranges of roughly 3,200 to 4,000 nm, enough for many transatlantic routes.
Aircraft in this category
Published figures side by side
| Model | Range | Passengers | Speed | Engines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3,500 nm maximum | Up to 12 occupants | 483 ktas | Honeywell HTF7700L |
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | 3,200 nm maximum | Type certified for up to 16 | Mach 0.83 maximum | 2 × Honeywell HTF7350 |
| Bombardier Challenger 3500 | 3,400 nm maximum | Up to 10 | Mach 0.83 top speed | 2 × Honeywell HTF7350 |
| Gulfstream G280 | 3,600 nm maximum | Up to 10 | Up to Mach 0.85 | 2 × Honeywell HTF7250G |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4,018 nm (4 passengers) | 8 standard · 12 maximum | 466 ktas · Mach 0.83 maximum | Honeywell HTF7500E |
Figures from each model’s cited sources. Conditions differ between sources, so use them as a guide and compare like for like on the model pages.
On board
Stand-up, flat-floor cabins around 25 ft long, typically seating eight to ten.
| Citation Longitude | 25 ft 2 in L × 72 in H × 77 in W |
|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 25 ft 2 in L × 6 ft H × 7 ft 2 in W |
| Challenger 3500 | 25 ft 2 in L × 6 ft H × 7 ft 2 in W |
| G280 | 25 ft 10 in L × 6 ft 1 in H |
| Praetor 600 | Six-foot-tall flat-floor cabin |
Where it takes you
Transcontinental and many transatlantic trips non-stop with typical passenger loads.
What matters when choosing
- Whether you need non-stop transatlantic range with your typical load.
- Fleet size, which affects crew availability and resale.
- Model succession: Challenger 350 to 3500, G280 to G300, Praetor 600 to 600E.
What drives the cost
- Fuel, maintenance and engine programmes per flight hour
- Two pilots, and cabin crew on longer missions
- Scheduled inspections, which are significant events
- Hangar, insurance, training and management
No cost figures are published here. EDAERO prepares aircraft-specific estimates on request, marked as estimates with the assumptions shown.
Transaction support
After the transaction
EDAERO’s core business is crew: type-rated pilots, cabin crew and engineers for permanent, freelance and urgent needs.
Frequently asked
Which super-midsize jets can cross the Atlantic?
Published maximum ranges in this group run from about 3,200 to 4,000 nm. Real-world capability depends on route, winds, load and reserves.
Why compare the Challenger 350 and 3500?
They share the same published cabin dimensions; the 3500 adds updates and range. The comparison is often about value against age.
Can EDAERO provide cabin crew?
Yes, EDAERO sources cabin crew experienced on super-midsize aircraft.
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