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Cessna Citation Xls vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a light business jet, optimized for fast point‑to‑point travel and higher cruise altitudes. It typically offers the longest range of the group at roughly 1,800–2,100 nautical miles and usually seats about 7–9 passengers in a pressurized cabin, making it best suited to regional and transcontinental-style missions. The Enstrom 480B is a piston/turbine (turboshaft) light helicopter aimed at utility and training roles. Its range is generally a few hundred nautical miles (often around 300–400 nm depending on reserves and configuration) with seating commonly around 4–5 including the pilot. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter designed for law enforcement, EMS, and corporate transport. Its typical range is also in the few‑hundred‑nautical‑mile class (about 300–400 nm), with seating often around 6–8 depending on interior layout. The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine light turbine helicopter popular for private and utility use. It generally carries about 4–5 people including the pilot and has a similar few‑hundred‑nautical‑mile range (roughly 300–350 nm).

SpecCessna Citation XLS+
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 5.34
Min Crew2
Total Seats10
ManufacturerCessna Citation
Aircraft NameXLS+
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1906
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67
Max Cabin Seats9
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)7540
Standard Cabin Seats8
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew2
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Total Seats10
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats9
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats8
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25230
Engine
FADECYes
ModelPW545C
TBO (hrs)5000
Flat RatingISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)4119
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.5
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)17.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10