Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet built for intercontinental missions. It typically offers the greatest range in this group, around 7,700 nautical miles, and the largest cabin, commonly accommodating about 8–19 passengers depending on layout. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet aimed at shorter, regional-to-continental trips; its range is roughly 2,100 nautical miles and it usually seats about 7–9 passengers. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop, positioned for efficient owner-operator travel rather than corporate jet missions; its range is about 1,500 nautical miles with seating typically around 4–6 passengers. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter designed for short hops and utility missions; it has far less range than the fixed‑wing aircraft at roughly 300 nautical miles and generally carries about 4 passengers plus the pilot (up to 5 seats total). Overall, capability and cabin size step down from Global 7500 to XLS+ to M600 SLS, with the R66 trading speed and range for vertical-lift flexibility.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | XLS+ | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1906 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 430 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 7540 | 2200 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25230 | 12600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | Passport | PW545C | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 4119 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 52.5 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 56.3 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 5.5 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.7 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 18.5 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 17.2 | 11.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.7 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.9 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 14.3 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 80 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 165 |