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Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Robinson R66

The Cessna Citation XLS+ and Embraer Legacy 650E are midsize and large-cabin business jets, respectively. The XLS+ is typically used for efficient short-to-mid-range trips, offering roughly about 2,000 nautical miles of range and usually seating around 8 to 9 passengers in an executive layout. The Legacy 650E is positioned for longer missions and heavier comfort, with about 3,900 nautical miles of range and commonly configured for roughly 13 passengers, making it better suited to transcontinental or some intercontinental flying with more cabin space. The Leonardo AW189 and Robinson R66 are helicopters aimed at very different roles. The AW189 is a super-medium helicopter designed for offshore, SAR, and high-utility transport, with a practical range often around 450 to 500 nautical miles and seating commonly in the mid-to-high teens (often up to about 16–19, depending on configuration). The R66 is a light turbine helicopter for short-range transport and utility, with around 300 nautical miles of range and typically 4 passenger seats plus the pilot.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 15.57
Min Crew21
Total Seats1021
ManufacturerCessna CitationLeonardo
Aircraft NameXLS+AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1906651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)7540
Standard Cabin Seats819
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$2,413,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew21
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Total Seats1021
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats919
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats819
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25230
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW545CCT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)50004000
Flat RatingISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)4119
No. of Engines22
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.557.8
Wingspan (ft)56.3
Aisle Step (ft)0.7
Cabin Width (ft)5.5
Cabin Height (ft)5.7
Cabin Length (ft)18.5
Overall Height (ft)17.216.6
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)8085
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395