Bombardier Global 7500 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66
The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, offering roughly 7,700 nautical miles of range and typically carrying about 8–19 passengers depending on configuration. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a “super versatile” light business jet aimed at shorter runway operations and regional missions; it commonly flies about 2,000 nautical miles and seats around 6–10 passengers in executive layouts (higher in commuter-style seating). The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter optimized for offshore, SAR, and utility/VIP roles, with a typical range around 450–500 nautical miles and seating that often falls in the mid‑teens (about 12–16 passengers, configuration dependent). The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter suited to short hops and private/utility use, with roughly 300 nautical miles of range and seating for about 4 passengers plus a pilot. Overall, the Global 7500 leads on range and cabin size, the PC‑24 bridges flexibility and jet speed on regional legs, while the AW189 and R66 trade speed and range for vertical lift and access.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 15.57 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Leonardo | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | AW189 | PC-24 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 651 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.74 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,413 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | EFIS | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 155 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $2,413,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 6680 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | No |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 23500 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | CT7-2E1 | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 4000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Type | — | JetFuel | — |
| Horsepower | — | 1983 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 57.8 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | — | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | — | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | — | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | — | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 16.6 | 17.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | 48 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 395 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 85 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 90 |