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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piper M600 Sls vs Sikorsky S 92

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft (fixed‑wing) typically used for regional and remote operations. It commonly carries about 9 passengers (up to roughly 14 seats in commuter layouts) and offers an approximate range around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load and conditions. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light utility helicopter suited to short‑range point‑to‑point missions, usually accommodating about 7 passengers, with a typical range in the neighborhood of 250–350 nautical miles. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft optimized for faster owner‑flown travel. It seats up to 6 and generally provides about 1,200–1,400 nautical miles of range. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a twin‑engine medium transport helicopter designed for offshore and high‑capacity utility roles. It commonly carries about 19 passengers (higher-density configs exist) and typically ranges about 500–600 nautical miles, varying by mission equipment and reserves.

SpecPiper M600 SLSSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.19$ 19.79
Min Crew12
Total Seats621
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerPiperSikorsky
Aircraft NameM600S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1406439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.94
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)22007417
Standard Cabin Seats419
Direct Operating Cost$ 603$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)274155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$3,081,400 $30,650,000
Max Cabin Seats19
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNo
Min Crew12
Total Seats521
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats419
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Max Cabin Seats19
Engine
FADECNoYes
ModelPT6A-42ACT7-8A
TBO (hrs)36004000
Horsepower6002520
Flat RatingISA + 55
No. of Engines11
Fuel Capacity (gal)260760
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Dimensions
Length (ft)29.7
Wingspan (ft)43.2
Cabin Width (ft)4.1
Cabin Height (ft)4
Cabin Length (ft)12.3
Overall Height (ft)11.317.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165775
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140