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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a pressurized twin‑turboprop business aircraft suited to short and mid‑range missions, typically carrying about 6 to 9 passengers, with an approximate maximum range around 1,500 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range trijet business jet designed for intercontinental travel, commonly configured for roughly 12 to 16 passengers, with a maximum range near 6,450 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter aimed at short‑haul utility and executive hops, generally carrying 4 passengers plus a pilot, with an approximate range around 300 nautical miles. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium/heavy twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore transport, SAR, and VIP roles, typically seating about 16 to 19 passengers (higher in some layouts) with a practical range on the order of 500 nautical miles depending on configuration. Overall, the Falcon 8X leads on range, the S‑92 leads on helicopter passenger lift, the King Air balances efficiency and runway flexibility, and the R66 is best for short, point‑to‑point rotorcraft access.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 19.79
Min Crew22
Total Seats1721
ManufacturerDassault FalconSikorsky
Aircraft Name8XS-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)6450439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats1619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)369007417
Standard Cabin Seats1419
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats1721
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats1619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1419
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307DCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)6722
No. of Engines31
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.2
Wingspan (ft)86.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.7
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)42.7
Overall Height (ft)26.117.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695775
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140