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Bombardier Global 7500 vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long-range ultra‑long‑haul business jet, designed for intercontinental missions. It typically carries about 14–19 passengers and offers roughly 7,700 nautical miles of range, making it the clear choice when nonstop distance and cabin space matter most. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a “super versatile” light/midsize business jet aimed at shorter regional and continental trips, usually seating around 6–10 passengers with about 2,000 nautical miles of range; it trades sheer range for flexibility, including strong short/rough‑field capability. By contrast, the Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine light helicopter focused on utility, training, and short-hop transport, generally carrying 4–5 people with an approximate 300–400 nautical mile range. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter used for corporate, EMS, and law‑enforcement roles; it commonly carries about 6–8 occupants with roughly 250–350 nautical miles of range. Overall, the jets dominate speed and range, while the helicopters prioritize vertical access and point-to-point flexibility.

SpecBombardier Global 7500Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 9.50$ 3.71
Min Crew21
Total Seats146
ManufacturerBombardierPilatus
Aircraft NameGlobal 7500PC-24
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)77002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats1910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats126
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$75,000,000$11,800,000
Useful Load (lbs)6680
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew21
Crew RestYesNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats146
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1910
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats126
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Cargo DoorYes
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23500
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPassportFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)189203435
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)11152.2
Wingspan (ft)10455.8
Cabin Width (ft)85.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)54.523
Overall Height (ft)2717.4
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90