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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft typically used for short to medium regional legs, with a practical range around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load, and seating commonly configured for about 9–14 passengers. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter focused on short‑range missions; typical range is roughly 300–350 nautical miles, and capacity is usually about 6–8 passengers (plus crew), depending on interior fit. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet designed for faster point‑to‑point travel and operations into shorter runways than many jets; it typically offers about 6–10 passenger seats and a range on the order of 1,800–2,000 nautical miles. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a large twin helicopter used for offshore and VIP transport; it generally carries about 12–19 passengers (layout dependent) with typical range roughly 500–550 nautical miles. Overall, the PC‑24 leads in speed and range, the S‑92 leads in helicopter capacity, the Caravan emphasizes rugged utility, and the 902 emphasizes compact rotorcraft flexibility.

SpecPilatus PC-24Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 3.71$ 19.79
Min Crew12
Total Seats621
ManufacturerPilatusSikorsky
Aircraft NamePC-24S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2076439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats1019
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)66807417
Standard Cabin Seats619
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,619$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)440155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$11,800,000 $30,650,000
Flight Rules—IFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing—
Min Crew12
Crew RestNo—
Jump SeatNo—
Cargo DoorYes—
Total Seats621
Galley LocationFWD—
Max Cabin Seats1019
Lavatory LocationFWD—
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3—
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center—
Standard Cabin Seats619
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23500—
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelFJ44-4A-QPMCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)50004000
Flat RatingISA + 23—
Thrust (lbs)3435—
No. of Engines21
Fuel Type—JetFuel
Horsepower—2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)—760
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.2—
Wingspan (ft)55.8—
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor—
Cabin Width (ft)5.6—
Cabin Height (ft)5.1—
Cabin Length (ft)23—
Overall Height (ft)17.417.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8—
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17—
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)—775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)—140