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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Robinson R66

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft best suited to short, rugged, or remote routes; it typically carries about 9 passengers (up to roughly 14–15 in high‑density configurations) and offers a practical range around 900–1,000 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet designed for faster regional missions, usually seating about 8–9 passengers with a range near 2,000–2,100 nautical miles. The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet aimed at intercontinental travel; it commonly accommodates about 12–16 passengers and can fly roughly 6,400+ nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter optimized for short‑haul, point‑to‑point access; it typically carries a pilot plus 4 passengers and has a range around 300–350 nautical miles. Overall, capacity and range scale up from the R66 to the Caravan, then to the XLS+, with the Falcon 8X providing the highest speed, cabin size, and global reach.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Dassault Falcon 8X
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 7.66
Min Crew22
Total Seats1017
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameXLS+8X
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)19066450
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats916
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)754036900
Standard Cabin Seats814
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$ 62,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit23
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoYes
Total Seats1017
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats916
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.310.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats814
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523029200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW545CPW307D
TBO (hrs)5000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)41196722
No. of Engines23
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.580.2
Wingspan (ft)56.386.3
Aisle Step (ft)0.7
Cabin Width (ft)5.57.7
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.2
Cabin Length (ft)18.542.7
Overall Height (ft)17.226.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.96.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.329.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10140
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695