Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets aimed at intercontinental travel. The Global 7500 offers roughly 7,700 nautical miles of range and typically carries about 14–19 passengers depending on configuration, emphasizing multiple living zones for very long flights. The Gulfstream G700 is in the same category with about 7,500 nautical miles of range and a similar typical cabin load of around 13–19 passengers, prioritizing a very large cabin and high-speed long-haul capability. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop in a much smaller class, designed for owner-operators and regional missions. Its range is roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles, and it generally seats up to 6 occupants (typically 1 pilot plus up to 5 passengers), trading speed and space for lower operating complexity and cost. The Sikorsky S-92 is a medium twin-engine helicopter used for offshore transport, SAR, and VIP roles. Its range is roughly 500–600 nautical miles, and it typically carries about 12–19 passengers depending on layout, offering vertical access where runways aren’t available.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 | Piper M600 SLS | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — | $ 2.19 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 6 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Piper | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | G700 | M600 | S-92 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 7500 | 1406 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — | $ 0.55 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | — | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 4 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — | $ 603 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Garmin G3000 | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 274 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $3,081,400 | $30,650,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 2200 | 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 | 5 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | — | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Refreshment Centre | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 4 | 19 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | 8644 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 5.6 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 12600 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | — | No | Yes |
| Model | Passport | Pearl 700 | PT6A-42A | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 3600 | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 55 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 18250 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 | 760 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | — | JetFuel |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 109.9 | 29.7 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 103 | 43.2 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.2 | 4.1 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.25 | 4 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 56.9 | 12.3 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 25.4 | 11.3 | 17.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | 20 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 165 | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 140 |