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Bombardier Global 7500 vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long-range, ultra-long-haul business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It typically carries about 14 to 19 passengers depending on configuration and offers a range around 7,700 nautical miles, making it suited to nonstop city-pairs like New York–Hong Kong or London–Singapore. The Enstrom 480B is a light, single-turbine helicopter aimed at short-range utility, training, and personal transport missions. It generally seats up to 5 people (pilot plus four passengers) and has a range on the order of roughly 300 nautical miles, varying with payload and reserves. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter intended for missions such as corporate transport, law enforcement, and EMS. It commonly accommodates about 8 people (including pilot[s], depending on fit) and typically offers a range in the neighborhood of 300 to 400 nautical miles. Overall, the Global 7500 dominates in range and cruise efficiency for long trips, while the 480B and 902 trade speed and distance for vertical-lift flexibility and local access.

SpecBombardier Global 7500
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 9.50
Min Crew2
Total Seats14
ManufacturerBombardier
Aircraft NameGlobal 7500
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)7700
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79
Max Cabin Seats19
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats12
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$75,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats14
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats12
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECYes
ModelPassport
TBO (hrs)On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)18920
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)111
Wingspan (ft)104
Cabin Width (ft)8
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)54.5
Overall Height (ft)27