Bombardier Global 7500 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long-range, large-cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, typically offering about 7,700 nautical miles of range and accommodating roughly 14–19 passengers depending on layout. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light business jet positioned for flexible regional and mid-range missions, with about 2,000 nautical miles of range and usually seating around 6–10 passengers in executive configurations (more in commuter layouts). The Sikorsky S-92 is a heavy, twin-engine helicopter used for offshore, search-and-rescue, and VIP transport; its range is roughly 500–600 nautical miles (mission dependent) and it commonly carries about 12–19 passengers. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter aimed at corporate, law-enforcement, and utility roles; it typically has around 300–400 nautical miles of range and seats about 6–8 passengers. Overall, the jets dominate range and cruise efficiency, while the helicopters trade distance for vertical lift and access to constrained landing sites.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Pilatus PC-24 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 3.71 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Pilatus | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | PC-24 | S-92 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 2076 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 10 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 1,619 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 440 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $11,800,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 6680 | 7417 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 10 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| 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 | FJ44-4A-QPM | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 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 | 17.4 | 17.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 17 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 90 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 |