Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft designed for short, rugged routes and flexible loading. It typically offers the longest practical range of the three (often around 900–1,200 nm depending on payload and reserves) and the highest passenger capacity, commonly up to 9 passengers (plus crew), making it well suited to charter, remote access, and cargo‑passenger mixed missions. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑engine turboprop in the light business aircraft category, optimized for speed and efficient medium‑range travel. Its range is generally comparable to or slightly greater than the Caravan in many corporate configurations (often around 1,200–1,500 nm), but with a smaller typical passenger load, usually about 6–7 passengers in an executive cabin, prioritizing comfort and faster point‑to‑point trips. The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine turbine helicopter, trading cruise speed and range for vertical‑lift access. It has the shortest range (commonly about 300–400 nm) and the smallest capacity, typically 4 passengers plus a pilot, ideal for short hops, remote sites without runways, and aerial work.