Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra‑long‑range business jets designed for intercontinental missions, typically offering ranges around 7,500–7,700 nautical miles and seating commonly in the 14–19 passenger class depending on cabin layout. The Global 7500 is often chosen for very long nonstop city pairs and a multi‑zone cabin, while the G700 similarly targets top‑end cabin volume and long‑haul comfort. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a super‑midsize business jet aimed at shorter to mid‑range trips, with a typical range around 2,100 nautical miles and seating usually about 8–9 passengers, trading ultimate range and cabin size for lower operating costs, excellent airport flexibility, and efficient regional missions. The Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin‑engine helicopter rather than a fixed‑wing jet. Its range is far shorter (generally a few hundred nautical miles depending on tanks and payload), but it can carry more people in high‑density configurations, commonly up to around 16–19 passengers, and excels where vertical lift, offshore access, or point‑to‑point landing flexibility is required.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | — | $ 15.57 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 16 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream | Leonardo |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | XLS+ | G700 | AW189 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1906 | 7500 | 651 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | — | $ 0.74 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 12 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | — | $ 2,413 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 430 | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $2,413,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 7540 | — | — |
| Flight Rules | — | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 16 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 12 | 19 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | — | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25230 | — | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | Passport | PW545C | Pearl 700 | CT7-2E1 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | On Condition | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 4119 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | — | 1983 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 52.5 | 109.9 | 57.8 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 56.3 | 103 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 5.5 | 8.2 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.7 | 6.25 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 18.5 | 56.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 17.2 | 25.4 | 16.6 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.7 | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.9 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 14.3 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 80 | — | 85 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 195 | — |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | — | — | 48 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 395 |