Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra‑long‑range business jets designed for intercontinental missions. The Global 7500 offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range, while the G700 is roughly in the same class at about 7,500 nautical miles, with both typically carrying around 10–19 passengers depending on layout. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a smaller, high‑speed turboprop business aircraft suited to regional and medium‑range travel, with roughly 1,700–1,800 nautical miles of range and seating commonly around 6–9 passengers. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium twin helicopter used for offshore transport, SAR, and VIP/utility roles; it trades speed and range for vertical access, typically offering about 500–600 nautical miles of range (mission‑dependent) and seating commonly in the high‑teens, often around 19 passengers in standard configurations. Overall, the Global 7500 and G700 prioritize maximum range and cabin comfort at jet speeds, the Avanti EVO prioritizes efficiency and smaller‑group missions, and the S‑92 prioritizes point‑to‑point access without runways.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — | — | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 8 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Piaggio | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | G700 | Avanti EVO | S-92 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 7500 | 1530 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — | — | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 7 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — | — | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 400 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 3775 | 7417 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | No | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Optional | — | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 8 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 7 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | No | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | 6600 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 24000 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | Pearl 700 | PT6A–66B | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 3600 | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 28 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 18250 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 | 2520 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 | — |
| Fuel Type | — | — | — | JetFuel |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 109.9 | 47.3 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 103 | 47.1 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.2 | 6.1 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.25 | 5.8 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 56.9 | 14.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 25.4 | 13.1 | 17.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | 35.2 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.5 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 140 |