Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets built for intercontinental travel. The Global 7500 typically offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range and is usually configured for roughly 8–19 passengers, while the G700 is in a similar class at about 7,500 nautical miles and commonly seats around 10–19 passengers depending on layout. Both prioritize high-speed, high-altitude cruise and large-cabin comfort over short-field access. The Leonardo AW189 is a super-medium twin-engine helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility/VIP transport. Its range is far shorter than the jets—roughly 450–500 nautical miles depending on mission fit—and it typically carries about 16–19 passengers in high-density seating (often fewer in VIP or mission configurations). The MD Helicopters MD 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter optimized for law enforcement, EMS, and short-hop corporate utility. It generally carries about 6–8 passengers (including crew) and has a typical range around 250–350 nautical miles, trading endurance and payload for lower operating footprint and urban-friendly handling.
| 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 |