Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer
The Bombardier Global 7500, Dassault Falcon 8X, and Gulfstream G700 are long‑range, large‑cabin business jets designed for intercontinental travel, while the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light utility helicopter intended for short‑range missions such as corporate shuttle, EMS, and law enforcement. In range, the Global 7500 and G700 sit at the top of this group, each capable of roughly 7,500–7,700 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs such as New York–Hong Kong in favorable conditions. The Falcon 8X is also ultra‑long‑range but slightly shorter at about 6,450 nautical miles. The 902 Explorer is in a different class, typically offering a few hundred nautical miles of range depending on payload and reserves. For passenger capacity, these jets generally seat about 12–19 passengers depending on configuration, with the Global 7500 and G700 often arranged around 13–19 and the Falcon 8X commonly around 12–16. The MD 902 typically carries the pilot plus about 4–6 passengers (up to around 7 occupants total, configuration dependent).
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | 8X | G700 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 6450 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 36900 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 3900 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Passport | PW307D | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 6722 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 80.2 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 86.3 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 42.7 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 26.1 | 25.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1695 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 195 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |