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Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Cessna Citation XLS+ and Dassault Falcon 8X are both business jets, but they sit in different classes. The Citation XLS+ is a midsize jet optimized for shorter-to-medium missions, typically offering roughly a 2,000–2,100 nautical mile range and seating commonly around 8–9 passengers in a standard executive layout. The Falcon 8X is a large-cabin, ultra-long-range jet designed for intercontinental flying, with about a 6,400–6,500 nautical mile range and typical seating around 12–16 passengers depending on configuration. The Enstrom 480B and MD Helicopters 902 Explorer are light helicopters aimed at short-range missions rather than long point-to-point travel. The Enstrom 480B is generally configured for about 4 passengers plus a pilot, with range on the order of roughly 250–350 nautical miles depending on fuel and reserves. The MD 902 Explorer is a larger, twin-engine light helicopter commonly arranged for about 6–7 passengers plus crew, with a typical range around 300–350 nautical miles.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Dassault Falcon 8X
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 7.66
Min Crew22
Total Seats1017
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameXLS+8X
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)19066450
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats916
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)754036900
Standard Cabin Seats814
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$ 62,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit23
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoYes
Total Seats1017
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats916
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.310.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats814
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523029200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW545CPW307D
TBO (hrs)5000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)41196722
No. of Engines23
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.580.2
Wingspan (ft)56.386.3
Aisle Step (ft)0.7
Cabin Width (ft)5.57.7
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.2
Cabin Length (ft)18.542.7
Overall Height (ft)17.226.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.96.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.329.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10140
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695