Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets designed for intercontinental travel, while the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter intended for short-range, point-to-point missions with vertical takeoff and landing. In range, the Global 7500 typically leads at about 7,700 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs such as New York–Hong Kong in favorable conditions. The Gulfstream G700 is close behind at roughly 7,500 nautical miles, also optimized for long-haul nonstop routes with high-speed cruise. By contrast, the MD 902 Explorer’s range is usually on the order of a few hundred nautical miles (commonly around 300–350 nautical miles, configuration dependent), reflecting its role in regional transport, law enforcement, EMS support, and utility work rather than long-distance travel. For passenger capacity, both jets commonly seat around 12 to 16 passengers in typical corporate layouts, with higher maximum certified seating possible depending on configuration. The MD 902 Explorer generally carries about 7 to 8 occupants including the pilot(s), making it better suited to small teams and short hops than large, long-range executive travel.