Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer
The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop fixed‑wing aircraft typically used for regional business or utility missions. It offers short/medium‑haul capability with roughly a 1,500–2,000 nautical mile class range depending on payload and conditions, and commonly carries about 6–9 passengers in executive layouts. The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long‑range intercontinental business jet in a different class altogether. It is designed for ultra‑long nonstop sectors, with an approximately 7,700 nautical mile maximum range and seating that typically runs about 8–19 passengers depending on cabin configuration. The Leonardo AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore transport, SAR, and corporate/VIP shuttle roles. Its range is generally in the ~450–500 nautical mile class (mission‑dependent), with typical passenger capacity around 16–19. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter suited to EMS, law enforcement, and utility/VIP missions. It has shorter reach, roughly ~250–350 nautical miles, and usually carries about 4–7 passengers depending on fit-out.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 15.57 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Leonardo |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | AW189 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 651 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.74 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,413 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $2,413,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | CT7-2E1 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Type | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | 1983 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 57.8 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 16.6 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | 48 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 395 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 85 |