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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop airplane typically used for regional corporate or special‑mission flying; it offers medium range (about 1,500–1,800 nm depending on load and conditions) and usually carries roughly 6–9 passengers in executive layouts. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter optimized for short‑to‑medium missions and urban operations; practical range is generally a few hundred nautical miles, and typical passenger capacity is around 5–7 plus one or two pilots depending on configuration. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet designed for fast point‑to‑point travel, including operations from shorter or less‑prepared runways; it provides longer range than the turboprop and helicopter options (about 1,800–2,000 nm) and commonly seats about 6–10 passengers. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a large twin helicopter aimed at offshore transport, SAR, and VIP roles; it has a medium range (often roughly 500–600+ nm with reserves, mission‑dependent) and the largest cabin capacity here, commonly carrying about 19 passengers (or fewer in VIP/SAR layouts).

SpecPilatus PC-24Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 3.71$ 19.79
Min Crew12
Total Seats621
ManufacturerPilatusSikorsky
Aircraft NamePC-24S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2076439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats1019
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)66807417
Standard Cabin Seats619
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,619$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)440155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$11,800,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew12
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Total Seats621
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats1019
Lavatory LocationFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats619
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23500
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelFJ44-4A-QPMCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)50004000
Flat RatingISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)3435
No. of Engines21
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.2
Wingspan (ft)55.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.6
Cabin Height (ft)5.1
Cabin Length (ft)23
Overall Height (ft)17.417.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140