Bombardier Global 7500 vs Enstrom 480b vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, offering roughly 7,700 nautical miles of range and typically seating about 14–19 passengers depending on cabin layout. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop aimed at owner‑operators and shorter regional missions, with about 1,600–1,700 nautical miles of range and seating for up to 6. The Enstrom 480B is a light, single‑engine piston helicopter optimized for short hops, training, and utility work; it typically carries about 4–5 occupants and has a range on the order of roughly 200–300 nautical miles. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a super‑medium, twin‑engine helicopter built for offshore, SAR, and utility/transport roles, commonly configured for around 16–19 passengers, with a typical range roughly in the 450–500 nautical mile class (varying by fuel, payload, and reserves). Overall, the Global 7500 leads on range and cabin comfort, the AW189 leads helicopter passenger lift, the M600 balances speed and efficiency for small groups, and the 480B suits short, flexible rotorcraft missions.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 15.57 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Leonardo | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | AW189 | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 651 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.74 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,413 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | EFIS | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 155 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $2,413,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 2200 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 12600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | Passport | CT7-2E1 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 4000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | JetFuel | — |
| Horsepower | — | 1983 | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 57.8 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | — | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | — | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | — | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | — | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 16.6 | 11.3 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | 48 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 395 | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 85 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 20 |