Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piper M600 Sls
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Dassault Falcon 8X are ultra-long-range business jets, built for intercontinental missions. The Global 7500 typically offers the longest reach at about 7,700 nautical miles and is usually configured for roughly 14–19 passengers, depending on cabin layout. The Falcon 8X is also intercontinental, with a range around 6,450 nautical miles and common seating in the 12–16 passenger range, emphasizing efficiency and access to shorter runways. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter intended for regional point-to-point flying, public safety, and utility roles rather than long-distance travel. Its range is generally a few hundred nautical miles (often around 300–400 nm), with seating typically for about 7–8 occupants including the pilot(s), depending on configuration. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop airplane positioned below the large business jets, suited to owner-operators and shorter business trips. Its range is roughly 1,400–1,600 nautical miles, and it usually carries about 5–6 passengers plus the pilot.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | 8X | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 6450 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 36900 | 2200 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 3900 | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | 12600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | Passport | PW307D | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 6722 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 80.2 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 86.3 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 42.7 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 26.1 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1695 | 165 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 20 |