Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a fixed‑wing single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, typically used for short‑to‑medium regional hops. It generally offers the longest range of the four and commonly seats around 9 passengers (up to the low‑teens depending on configuration), but it needs runway infrastructure and cannot hover. The Leonardo AW189 is a modern medium twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore and SAR/EMS missions. Its range is usually mid‑to‑long for a helicopter and it commonly carries roughly 12–16 passengers in transport layouts, balancing cabin size with good hot‑and‑high performance. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter optimized for urban/public‑safety and short‑range transport. It typically has the shortest range here and usually carries about 6–8 passengers, trading capacity for compact footprint and agility. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter, widely used for offshore transport. It generally offers the highest passenger capacity (often around 19) and long helicopter range, with strong all‑weather and over‑water capability, at higher operating cost than the AW189.