Bombardier Global 7500 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, offering roughly 7,700 nautical miles of range and typically seating about 14–19 passengers depending on cabin layout. It fits missions like nonstop New York–Hong Kong or Los Angeles–Sydney with a spacious, multi‑zone cabin and high cruise speeds. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop aimed at owner‑pilots and short-to-medium business trips. Its range is about 1,400 nautical miles, and it generally carries one pilot plus up to five passengers in a six‑seat cabin. It trades the jet’s global reach for lower operating costs and access to shorter runways. The Robinson R66 is a light turbine helicopter built for regional, point‑to‑point missions where vertical lift matters more than speed or distance. Its range is roughly 300–350 nautical miles, and it typically seats one pilot plus up to four passengers. Compared with the M600 and Global 7500, it prioritizes landing flexibility over range and cabin volume.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 2200 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 12600 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | No |
| Model | Passport | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 20 |