Bombardier Global 7500 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range large-cabin business jets, built for intercontinental missions. The Global 7500 typically offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range and is commonly configured for roughly 14–19 passengers. The G700 is in the same category, with about 7,500 nautical miles of range and typical seating around 13–19, emphasizing very large cabin volume and long-haul comfort. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a heavy, long-range business jet but a step down in range and cabin size versus the two ultra-long-range flagships. It generally provides around 3,900–4,000 nautical miles of range and is often configured for about 13–14 passengers, making it well suited to transcontinental routes and medium-to-long international trips. The Sikorsky S-92 is a medium-lift, twin-engine helicopter rather than a fixed-wing jet. Its range is far shorter, typically on the order of roughly 500–600 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it usually carries about 12–19 passengers in offshore or VIP-style layouts, excelling at point-to-point access where runways aren’t available.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | G700 | S-92 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 7500 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 7417 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 19 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | Passport | Pearl 700 | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 109.9 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 103 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.2 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.25 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 56.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 25.4 | 17.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 |