Bombardier Global 7500 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long-range, ultra-long-haul business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It offers the greatest range of the three, typically around 7,700 nautical miles, and is optimized for high-speed, high-altitude cruise with a large-cabin layout. Passenger capacity is commonly configured for about 8 to 16 passengers depending on cabin arrangement. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a medium twin-engine helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility/VIP missions. Its range is far shorter than the jets, generally on the order of roughly 450 to 500 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, but it can operate from helipads and confined areas. It typically carries about 12 to 16 passengers in a transport configuration, with VIP layouts reducing that number. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed turboprop business aircraft positioned between the two in mission profile: faster and longer-legged than a helicopter, but not a transoceanic jet. Range is typically around 1,500 to 1,800 nautical miles, with seating commonly for 6 to 9 passengers.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 15.57 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Leonardo | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | AW189 | Avanti EVO |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 651 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.74 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,413 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | EFIS | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 155 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $2,413,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 3775 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | 6600 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 24000 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | CT7-2E1 | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 4000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Type | — | JetFuel | — |
| Horsepower | — | 1983 | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 57.8 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | — | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | — | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | — | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | — | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 16.6 | 13.1 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | 48 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 395 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 85 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.5 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 35.2 |