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Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92

The Bombardier Global 7500 and Dassault Falcon 8X are long‑range business jets, while the MD Helicopters 902 Explorer and Sikorsky S‑92 are twin‑engine helicopters, with the S‑92 aimed more at offshore/VIP and transport missions than the lighter 902. In range, the Global 7500 leads the group with roughly 7,700 nautical miles, enabling ultra‑long intercontinental trips. The Falcon 8X is also ultra‑long‑range at about 6,450 nautical miles, slightly shorter but still capable of major nonstop city pairs. Helicopter range is far lower: the MD 902 Explorer is typically in the few‑hundred‑nautical‑mile class (often around 300–400 nm depending on configuration), and the larger S‑92 generally offers a similar or somewhat higher practical range (commonly around 500 nm, mission‑dependent). Passenger capacity also separates them. The Global 7500 typically carries about 14–19 passengers in executive layouts, while the Falcon 8X commonly seats about 12–16. The MD 902 Explorer usually carries the pilot plus roughly 7–8 passengers. The Sikorsky S‑92 is the capacity leader among the helicopters, frequently configured for about 12–19 passengers depending on mission and interior.

SpecBombardier Global 7500Dassault Falcon 8XSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.50$ 7.66$ 19.79
Min Crew222
Total Seats141721
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconSikorsky
Aircraft NameGlobal 75008XS-92
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)77006450439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.64$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats191619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats121419
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900$ 3,805$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Honeywell Primus EASy IIEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$75,000,000$ 62,500,000 $30,650,000
Useful Load (lbs)369007417
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit232
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestYesNo
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats141721
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats191619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats121419
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)45003900
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPassportPW307DCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)189206722
No. of Engines231
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)11180.2
Wingspan (ft)10486.3
Cabin Width (ft)87.7
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.2
Cabin Length (ft)54.542.7
Overall Height (ft)2726.117.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695775
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140