Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility airplane best suited to short regional hops and rough-field access, with a typical range around 900–1,200 nautical miles and seating commonly 9–14 passengers depending on configuration. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, typically about 7,000–7,500 nautical miles, carrying roughly 12–19 passengers in executive layouts. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter optimized for short-range missions such as law enforcement, EMS, or corporate shuttle, generally around 300–400 nautical miles, with seating typically 6–8 occupants. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a heavy twin helicopter built for offshore, SAR, and VIP transport, with a typical range about 500–600 nautical miles and passenger capacity commonly 19 (and up to more in higher-density configurations). Overall, the G700 dominates range and premium cabin capability, the Caravan emphasizes rugged practicality and lower operating complexity, while the 902 and S‑92 trade range and speed for vertical access, with the S‑92 offering the highest helicopter capacity and endurance.
| Spec | Gulfstream G700 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 16 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | G700 | S-92 |
| Certification | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7500 | 439 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 | $30,650,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 19.79 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.94 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 7417 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 3,068 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 16 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 |
| Engine | ||
| Model | Pearl 700 | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On Condition | 4000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 |
| FADEC | — | Yes |
| Fuel Type | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 760 |
| 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 | 17.8 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 140 |