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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Sikorsky S 92

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop designed for short-haul utility and regional flying. It typically carries about 9 to 14 passengers depending on interior and mission and offers roughly 900 to 1,200 nautical miles of range, prioritizing access to shorter or less‑prepared runways over speed and cabin space. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet aimed at efficient point‑to‑point travel. It commonly seats 7 to 9 passengers in a corporate layout and delivers around 2,000 to 2,100 nautical miles of range, balancing runway flexibility with higher cruise speeds than turboprops. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin, long‑range business jet. It generally accommodates about 10 to 13 passengers with a much roomier cabin and offers approximately 3,700 to 3,900 nautical miles of range, suited to longer nonstop missions. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a twin‑engine heavy helicopter used for offshore, government, and VIP transport. Passenger capacity is often around 12 to 19, with a range typically near 500 to 600 nautical miles, trading speed and range for vertical lift and landing flexibility.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 19.79
Min Crew22
Total Seats1021
ManufacturerCessna CitationSikorsky
Aircraft NameXLS+S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1906439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)75407417
Standard Cabin Seats819
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Total Seats1021
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats919
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats819
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25230
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW545CCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)50004000
Flat RatingISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)4119
No. of Engines21
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.5
Wingspan (ft)56.3
Aisle Step (ft)0.7
Cabin Width (ft)5.5
Cabin Height (ft)5.7
Cabin Length (ft)18.5
Overall Height (ft)17.217.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80140
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775