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Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Cessna Citation XLS+ and Dassault Falcon 8X are fixed‑wing business jets, while the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer and Robinson R66 are helicopters. The Citation XLS+ is a midsize jet typically used for regional business travel, offering roughly about 2,000 nautical miles of range and generally seating around 7 to 9 passengers in a typical executive layout. The Falcon 8X is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin jet designed for intercontinental missions, with about 6,400 nautical miles of range and usually seating about 12 to 16 passengers depending on configuration. The MD 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light utility helicopter aimed at corporate, EMS, and law‑enforcement roles; its range is typically around 300 to 400 nautical miles with seating commonly for 6 to 8 occupants (including crew), depending on interior and mission equipment. The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine light helicopter suited to short‑range private and utility flying, with roughly 300 nautical miles of range and seating typically for 4 to 5 occupants (including the pilot).

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