AIR.ONE

Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, typically used for short‑haul regional, cargo, and remote operations. It offers the shortest range of the group (roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions) and the smallest capacity, commonly seating about 9 passengers in commuter configurations. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It has by far the greatest range (about 7,500 nautical miles) and, while certified for more, is usually configured for around 12–19 passengers in a high‑comfort executive cabin. The Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and corporate/VIP transport. Its range is typically a few hundred nautical miles (around 400–500 nm, mission‑dependent) with common seating around 16–19 passengers. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a larger, heavy twin‑engine helicopter widely used offshore and for government/VIP roles. It generally carries more people than the AW189 (often 19 passengers) with similar or slightly greater mission range, typically in the 400–600 nm class depending on configuration.

SpecGulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit322
Min Crew412
Total Seats162121
ManufacturerGulfstreamLeonardoSikorsky
Aircraft NameG700AW189S-92
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)7500651439
Max Cabin Seats191919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats121919
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516155155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$2,413,000 $30,650,000
DOC / nm$ 15.57$ 19.79
Flight RulesIFRIFR
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74$ 0.94
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,413$ 3,068
Useful Load (lbs)7417
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew412
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats162121
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats191919
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats121919
Engine
ModelPearl 700CT7-2E1CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On Condition40004000
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines221
FADECYesYes
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
Horsepower19832520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.957.8
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)25.416.617.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85140