Bombardier Global 7500 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra‑long‑range business jets designed for intercontinental travel. The Global 7500 typically offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range and usually carries around 8–19 passengers depending on cabin layout, while the G700 is in the same category with roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range and a typical capacity of about 10–19 passengers. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop intended for owner‑pilots and shorter business trips; it has an approximate range around 1,700 nautical miles and generally seats up to 6. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter optimized for utility, EMS, and short‑range passenger missions; its range is on the order of 300–400 nautical miles and it typically carries about 6–8 people including the pilot(s). Overall, the jets prioritize speed, cabin space, and global reach; the TBM emphasizes efficient point‑to‑point regional flying; the 902 focuses on vertical access and local mobility.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Daher TBM 960 | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 2.25 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Daher TBM | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | TBM 960 | G700 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | Turbo Prop | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1730 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.56 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 744 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Garmin G3000 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 330 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $4,450,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 2908 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 6.2 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 14390 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Passport | TBM 960 | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3500 | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 49 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | — | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 35.3 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 42.1 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 4 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 4.1 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 13.4 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | — | 25.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 123 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 195 |