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

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft best suited to short regional hops and rugged or shorter runways. It typically offers a range around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load and reserves, and commonly carries about 9 passengers (higher-density seating is possible in some configurations, but executive layouts are usually lower). The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for high-speed intercity and intercontinental missions. It can fly roughly 3,900–4,000 nautical miles and generally seats 12–14 passengers in a premium cabin, with some layouts accommodating up to 19. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium/heavy twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore transport, SAR, and VIP shuttle work, emphasizing vertical access over speed and distance. Its typical range is about 500–600 nautical miles with reserves (variable by payload), and it often carries around 18–19 passengers in transport seating, with VIP configurations usually fewer.

SpecSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 19.79
Min Crew2
Total Seats21
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerSikorsky
Aircraft NameS-92
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats19
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)7417
Standard Cabin Seats19
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)155
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $30,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew2
Total Seats21
Max Cabin Seats19
Standard Cabin Seats19
Engine
FADECYes
ModelCT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000
Horsepower2520
No. of Engines1
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Overall Height (ft)17.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140