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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short, rough fields and regional hops. It typically carries about 9 to 14 passengers depending on interior and operator configuration, with a practical range around 900 to 1,200 nautical miles, making it best for short to medium point‑to‑point missions. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range business jet in a different class, built for fast intercity and intercontinental travel. It generally seats 13 passengers in a typical executive layout (up to 14), and offers roughly 3,900 nautical miles of range. The Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility roles. It commonly accommodates about 16 to 19 passengers, with typical ranges around 450 to 500 nautical miles (mission dependent). The Sikorsky S‑92 is a larger heavy twin helicopter focused on offshore transport and high‑capacity missions. It often carries about 19 passengers, with typical ranges roughly 500 to 600 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves.

SpecAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.57$ 19.79
Min Crew12
Total Seats2121
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerLeonardoSikorsky
Aircraft NameAW189S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)651439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats1919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats1919
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,413$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)155155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$2,413,000 $30,650,000
Useful Load (lbs)7417
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew12
Total Seats2121
Max Cabin Seats1919
Standard Cabin Seats1919
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelCT7-2E1CT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)40004000
Horsepower19832520
No. of Engines21
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)57.8
Overall Height (ft)16.617.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85140