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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Leonardo Aw189

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft suited to short and mid‑range regional missions, typically carrying about 6 to 9 passengers (up to roughly 11 in high‑density layouts) with a maximum range around 2,500 to 2,600 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, commonly seating about 8 to 14 passengers in executive layouts (with higher maximum certified occupancy), and offering a headline range of about 7,700 nautical miles. The Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a twin‑engine medium helicopter used for offshore, SAR, and utility/VIP roles; it typically carries about 12 to 16 passengers (and can be configured for more in high‑density seating) with a range generally around 450 to 500 nautical miles depending on payload, tanks, and mission profile. In short, the Global 7500 prioritizes maximum range and speed, the King Air 360ER balances efficiency and runway flexibility, and the AW189 emphasizes vertical access over shorter distances.

SpecBombardier Global 7500AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 9.50$ 15.57
Min Crew21
Total Seats1421
ManufacturerBombardierLeonardo
Aircraft NameGlobal 7500AW189
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)7700651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats1919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats1219
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$75,000,000$2,413,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew21
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats1421
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats1919
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1219
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPassportCT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On-Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)18920
No. of Engines22
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)11157.8
Wingspan (ft)104
Cabin Width (ft)8
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)54.5
Overall Height (ft)2716.6
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85