Bombardier Global 7500 vs Enstrom 480b vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet, designed for intercontinental travel. It offers the greatest range of the four (about 7,700 nautical miles) and typically carries around 14–19 passengers depending on configuration, making it best suited to nonstop international missions with maximum cabin space and amenities. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft that emphasizes speed and efficiency versus typical turboprops. Its range is mid‑tier (roughly 1,700–1,800 nautical miles) and it generally seats about 7–9 passengers, fitting regional to medium missions with a relatively spacious cabin for its class. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet engineered for versatility, including operation from shorter or unimproved runways. Its range is typically around 2,000–2,300 nautical miles and it usually accommodates about 6–10 passengers, balancing jet speed with flexible airport access. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter, optimized for short‑range missions rather than point‑to‑point airliner‑style travel. Its range is roughly 350–400 nautical miles and seating is typically 4–5 passengers (plus pilot), favoring access to confined or remote landing sites.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Piaggio | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | Avanti EVO | PC-24 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1530 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 400 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 3775 | 6680 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | No |
| Total Seats | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 7 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 6600 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | 23500 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | PT6A–66B | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3600 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 28 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | — |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 47.3 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 47.1 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 6.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.8 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 14.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 13.1 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 35.2 | 90 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 17 |