Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It offers the greatest range of the group, roughly 7,700 nautical miles, and typically carries about 14–19 passengers in a high-comfort executive cabin, emphasizing speed, altitude, and long nonstop legs. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light business jet positioned for versatility and shorter-to-medium missions. Its range is about 2,000 nautical miles, and it commonly seats around 6–10 passengers, balancing jet performance with the ability to use shorter and less improved runways than most jets. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single-engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for regional, rugged, and cost-effective operations. Its range is roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load, and it typically carries up to 9 passengers (or equivalent cargo), prioritizing simplicity and access over speed. The Sikorsky S-92 is a medium twin-engine helicopter used for offshore transport, SAR, and VIP roles. It has the shortest range here, about 500 nautical miles, but can carry roughly 19 passengers, trading speed and range for vertical-lift access.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Pilatus PC-24 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 3.71 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Pilatus | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | PC-24 | S-92 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 2076 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 10 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 1,619 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 440 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $11,800,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 6680 | 7417 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 10 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | — |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 23500 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | FJ44-4A-QPM | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 52.2 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 55.8 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 5.6 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.1 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 23 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 17.4 | 17.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| 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 |