Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets designed for intercontinental travel, while the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop optimized for short regional hops and rough or remote airfields, and the Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium-lift twin‑engine helicopter intended for offshore, search-and-rescue, and utility transport. In range, the Global 7500 and G700 lead by a wide margin, each capable of roughly 7,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, enabling nonstop missions such as North America to the Middle East or deep into Asia. The Grand Caravan EX is typically around the 900–1,000 nautical mile class, suited to point-to-point regional routes. The S‑92’s practical range is far shorter than fixed‑wing aircraft, generally in the few‑hundred‑nautical‑mile range, though it can be extended with auxiliary fuel. For passenger capacity, the Global 7500 and G700 commonly seat about 12–19 in executive layouts. The Grand Caravan EX usually carries up to about 9–14 passengers. The S‑92 often carries around 19 passengers, with layouts varying by mission.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | G700 | S-92 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 7500 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 7417 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 19 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | Passport | Pearl 700 | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 109.9 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 103 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.2 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.25 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 56.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 25.4 | 17.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 |