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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Robinson R66

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a pressurized twin‑turboprop airplane suited to short and rougher runways, offering long endurance for its class (roughly 1,500–1,800 nm depending on load and reserves) and typically carrying about 6–9 passengers. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet optimized for faster point‑to‑point travel, with a typical range around 2,000–2,100 nm and seating commonly 7–9 passengers in a club layout, trading higher cruise speed for greater runway needs and operating cost. The Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a medium twin helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility/VIP roles; its range is generally on the order of 450–550 nm with reserves, and it can be configured for about 12–16 passengers (or fewer in VIP fit), emphasizing vertical access over speed. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑turbine helicopter primarily for short missions and lower operating costs, with a typical range around 300–350 nm and seating for 4–5 occupants, prioritizing simplicity and access to confined landing areas.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 15.57
Min Crew21
Total Seats1021
ManufacturerCessna CitationLeonardo
Aircraft NameXLS+AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1906651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)7540—
Standard Cabin Seats819
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$2,413,000
Flight Rules—IFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing—
Min Crew21
Crew RestNo—
Jump SeatNo—
Total Seats1021
Galley LocationFWD—
Max Cabin Seats919
Lavatory LocationAFT—
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3—
Galley / RefreshmentGalley—
Standard Cabin Seats819
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25230—
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW545CCT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)50004000
Flat RatingISA + 10—
Thrust (lbs)4119—
No. of Engines22
Fuel Type—JetFuel
Horsepower—1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.557.8
Wingspan (ft)56.3—
Aisle Step (ft)0.7—
Cabin Width (ft)5.5—
Cabin Height (ft)5.7—
Cabin Length (ft)18.5—
Overall Height (ft)17.216.6
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9—
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)8085
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10—
Rotor Diameter (ft)—48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)—395