Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets designed for intercontinental travel, while the Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a long-range, medium twin-engine helicopter aimed at offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility/VIP missions rather than nonstop transoceanic jet travel. In range terms, the Global 7500 is typically cited around 7,700 nautical miles, and the G700 around 7,500 nautical miles, placing both in the top tier for nonstop city-pair capability; by contrast, the AW189’s range is roughly in the 450–500 nautical mile class depending on configuration and reserves. Passenger capacity also reflects their roles: the Global 7500 and G700 commonly seat about 12–16 passengers in executive layouts, with higher maximum certified counts possible in denser arrangements, whereas the AW189 typically carries around 16–19 passengers in a high-density transport configuration, or fewer for VIP/mission equipment. Overall, the jets compete closely with each other on global reach and cabin comfort, while the AW189 competes in vertical-lift access and short-to-medium range flexibility.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — | $ 15.57 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Leonardo |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | G700 | AW189 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 7500 | 651 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — | $ 0.74 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — | $ 2,413 |
| 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 | $2,413,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| 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 | CT7-2E1 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | 1983 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 109.9 | 57.8 |
| 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 | 16.6 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | — |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | — | 48 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 395 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 85 |