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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Sikorsky S 92

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short, rugged routes and regional missions. Its range is typically around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load, and it commonly carries about 9–14 passengers (often 9 in commuter/charter layouts, more in high‑density configurations). The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet built for intercontinental travel. It can fly roughly 7,000+ nautical miles and usually seats about 13–19 passengers in executive cabin arrangements, prioritizing comfort, speed, and high-altitude performance. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft positioned between utility turboprops and business jets. It typically offers about 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range and usually carries around 6–9 passengers, emphasizing efficiency and high cruise speed for a turboprop. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium/heavy twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore, SAR, and VIP transport. Its range is commonly in the 500–700 nautical mile class, and it typically accommodates about 12–19 passengers depending on configuration and mission equipment.

SpecGulfstream G700Piaggio Avanti EVOSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit322
Min Crew412
Total Seats16821
ManufacturerGulfstreamPiaggioSikorsky
Aircraft NameG700Avanti EVOS-92
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)75001530439
Max Cabin Seats19719
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats12619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckRockwell Collins Pro Line 21EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516400155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$ 7,695,000 $30,650,000
Flight Rules—IFRIFR
Useful Load (lbs)—37757417
DOC / nm——$ 19.79
DOC / nm / Seat——$ 0.94
Direct Operating Cost——$ 3,068
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew412
Crew RestOptional——
Jump SeatYes——
Total Seats16821
Galley LocationFWD——
Max Cabin Seats19719
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT——
Standard Cabin Seats12619
Lavatory—No—
Cabin Pressure (psi)—9—
Galley / Refreshment—No—
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)—24000—
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—6600—
Engine
ModelPearl 700PT6A–66BCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On Condition36004000
Thrust (lbs)18250——
No. of Engines221
FADEC—YesYes
Horsepower—8502520
Flat Rating—ISA + 28—
Fuel Burn (gph)—100—
Fuel Type——JetFuel
Fuel Capacity (gal)——760
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.947.3—
Wingspan (ft)10347.1—
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor——
Cabin Width (ft)8.26.1—
Cabin Height (ft)6.255.8—
Cabin Length (ft)56.914.9—
Overall Height (ft)25.413.117.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19535.2—
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—3.5—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)——775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)——140