Bombardier Global 7500 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Bombardier Global 7500 and the Piaggio Avanti EVO sit in very different aircraft categories. The Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet designed for intercontinental missions, emphasizing high cruise speed, a large long-cabin layout, and premium amenities for extended flights. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑engine turboprop business aircraft, optimized for efficiency and access to shorter runways, typically operating on regional and medium-length missions with lower operating costs than large jets. In range, the Global 7500 is in a different class, offering roughly 7,700 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs such as New York–Hong Kong or Los Angeles–Sydney depending on conditions. The Avanti EVO typically offers about 1,700–1,800 nautical miles, suitable for routes such as London–Athens or New York–Miami with reserves, again depending on payload and weather. Passenger capacity also diverges. The Global 7500 is commonly configured for around 14–19 passengers, while the Avanti EVO generally seats about 7–9 passengers, reflecting its smaller cabin and mission profile.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | Avanti EVO |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 3775 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 6600 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 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 | 13.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.5 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 35.2 |