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Bombardier Global 7500 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66

The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long-range, large-cabin business jet built for intercontinental travel, typically carrying about 14–19 passengers with a range around 7,700 nautical miles. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed turboprop business aircraft in a smaller cabin category, usually configured for about 6–7 passengers (up to roughly 9 in some layouts) and offering a range on the order of 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, making it best for regional to mid-length trips. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin-engine light helicopter aimed at short-range utility, corporate, and public-service missions; it commonly seats 7–8 people including the pilot(s) and typically has a range of roughly 300–400 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a single-engine light helicopter in a similar short-range class but smaller and simpler, generally carrying about 4–5 people including the pilot with a typical range around 300 nautical miles. Overall, the Global 7500 leads decisively in range and capacity, the Avanti EVO sits in the middle, and the 902 and R66 prioritize short-range flexibility over distance.

SpecBombardier Global 7500Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 9.50
Min Crew21
Total Seats148
ManufacturerBombardierPiaggio
Aircraft NameGlobal 7500Avanti EVO
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)77001530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79
Max Cabin Seats197
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats126
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$75,000,000$ 7,695,000
Flight RulesIFR
Useful Load (lbs)3775
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory2 Enclosed FlushingNo
Min Crew21
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats148
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats197
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyNo
Standard Cabin Seats126
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)45006600
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPassportPT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)On-Condition3600
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 28
Thrust (lbs)18920
No. of Engines22
Horsepower850
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)11147.3
Wingspan (ft)10447.1
Cabin Width (ft)86.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.25.8
Cabin Length (ft)54.514.9
Overall Height (ft)2713.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.2