Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Enstrom 480b vs Robinson R66
The Bombardier Global 7500 is a large, long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, typically carrying about 14–19 passengers depending on cabin layout. Its range is roughly 7,700 nautical miles, enabling nonstop missions such as New York to Hong Kong or London to Singapore (subject to conditions and routing). The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for regional transport, cargo, and short/rough-field operations. It generally seats up to 9 passengers in typical commuter/executive configurations (higher-density seating exists in some variants) and has a range on the order of about 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The Enstrom 480B is a piston helicopter in the light utility/training class, usually carrying 4–5 people including the pilot, with a range roughly around 250–350 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a light turbine helicopter, commonly configured for about 4–5 occupants including the pilot, with a similar short-range mission profile, typically around 300–350 nautical miles depending on fuel and payload.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 |
| Min Crew | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet |
| Certification | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes |
| Jump Seat | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 |
| Galley Location | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 |
| Engine | |
| FADEC | Yes |
| Model | Passport |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length (ft) | 111 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 |