Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Robinson R66
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, typically used for regional transport and special missions. It generally carries around 9–14 passengers depending on configuration and has a range on the order of roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles, trading speed for rugged flexibility and short/remote-field capability. The Enstrom 480B is a piston helicopter aimed at training, utility, and light commercial use. Passenger capacity is usually 4–5 including the pilot, and practical range is typically a few hundred nautical miles (roughly 250–350 nm), emphasizing hover and point‑to‑point access rather than long distance. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental travel. It commonly seats about 13–19 passengers in executive layouts (with higher maximum-density options) and offers approximately 7,000+ nautical miles of range, prioritizing speed, comfort, and nonstop global city pairs. The Robinson R66 is a light turbine helicopter for private and utility missions. It usually carries 4–5 occupants including the pilot, with range commonly around 300–350 nautical miles, focusing on simplicity and short‑range vertical access.
| Spec | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 3 |
| Min Crew | 4 |
| Total Seats | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | G700 |
| Certification | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 7500 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes |
| Total Seats | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Engine | |
| Model | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On Condition |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length (ft) | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.4 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 |