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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft aimed at rugged, short‑field operations. It typically carries about 9 passengers and offers roughly 900–1,000 nautical miles of range, prioritizing flexibility and payload over speed and cabin luxury. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range large business jet designed for executive travel. It commonly seats 13 passengers in an executive layout (up to about 14) and can fly around 3,900 nautical miles, making it the clear choice for nonstop intercontinental-style missions and a full-size cabin experience. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light helicopter suited to roles like corporate shuttle, EMS, and law enforcement. It generally accommodates about 5–7 passengers, with a typical range around 300–400 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑engine turboprop business aircraft emphasizing speed and efficiency. It usually seats 6–9 passengers and offers about 1,500–1,800 nautical miles of range, bridging the gap between utility turboprops and jets for fast regional missions.

SpecPiaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit2
Min Crew1
Total Seats8
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerPiaggio
Aircraft NameAvanti EVO
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1530
Max Cabin Seats7
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)3775
Standard Cabin Seats6
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 7,695,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats8
Max Cabin Seats7
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Galley / RefreshmentNo
Standard Cabin Seats6
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
FADECYes
ModelPT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)3600
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 28
No. of Engines2
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)47.3
Wingspan (ft)47.1
Cabin Width (ft)6.1
Cabin Height (ft)5.8
Cabin Length (ft)14.9
Overall Height (ft)13.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.2