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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop aircraft best suited to regional and remote-field missions; it offers moderate range and typically carries about 6–9 passengers in an executive configuration. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range, ultra‑long‑haul business jet designed for intercontinental trips; it generally accommodates around 12–16 passengers depending on cabin layout. The Gulfstream G700 is a larger ultra‑long‑range business jet with one of the most spacious cabins in its class, optimized for premium long-distance travel; typical seating is roughly 13–19 passengers, again varying by configuration. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium/heavy twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore, SAR, and VIP transport; its range is shorter than the jets and generally comparable to or less than the King Air depending on configuration, while passenger capacity is higher in utility layouts (often 12–19+) but can be lower in VIP interiors. Overall, the jets dominate range and high-speed intercontinental capability, the King Air emphasizes flexible regional access, and the S‑92 prioritizes vertical-lift and point-to-point access without runways.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XGulfstream G700Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 19.79
Min Crew242
Total Seats171621
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstreamSikorsky
Aircraft Name8XG700S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)64507500439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats161919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)369007417
Standard Cabin Seats141219
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$78,000,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit322
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew242
Crew RestNoOptional
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats171621
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats161919
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats141219
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307DPearl 700CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)672218250
No. of Engines321
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.2109.9
Wingspan (ft)86.3103
Cabin Width (ft)7.78.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)42.756.9
Overall Height (ft)26.125.417.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695775
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140195
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140