Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets designed for intercontinental travel. The Global 7500 is typically cited around 7,700 nautical miles of range and is usually configured for about 8 to 19 passengers depending on cabin layout. The Gulfstream G700 is in the same category with roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range and generally similar high-end business configurations, often around 10 to 19 passengers, prioritizing large-cabin comfort. By contrast, the Robinson R66 is a light single-engine turbine helicopter meant for short-range, flexible point-to-point missions. Its range is roughly in the 300-nautical-mile class, with seating commonly up to 4 passengers plus a pilot (about 5 seats total). The Sikorsky S-92 is a much larger, twin-engine medium helicopter used for offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility roles. Its range is typically around 500 to 600 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it commonly carries around 19 passengers (or fewer in VIP/missionized layouts).
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | G700 | S-92 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 7500 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — | $ 3,068 |
| 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 | $30,650,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 7417 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 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 | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 109.9 | — |
| 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 | 17.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 |