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Cessna Citation Xls vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet built for fast point‑to‑point travel, typically offering about 2,000 nautical miles of range (depending on payload and conditions) and seating commonly arranged for 7 to 9 passengers. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop aimed at efficient personal or small‑team travel, with roughly 1,400–1,500 nautical miles of range and typically 5 to 6 passenger seats (plus the pilot seat). The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter designed for offshore, SAR, and utility missions; its practical range is commonly in the 400–500 nautical mile class, and cabin layouts often carry around 12 to 16 passengers depending on configuration. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter suited to corporate, EMS, and public‑service roles, generally offering about 300–400 nautical miles of range and typically seating about 6 to 8 passengers depending on interior and mission fit.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 15.57$ 2.19
Min Crew211
Total Seats10216
ManufacturerCessna CitationLeonardoPiper
Aircraft NameXLS+AW189M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)19066511406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.74$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)75402200
Standard Cabin Seats8194
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 2,413$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21EFISGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430155274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$2,413,000$3,081,400
Flight RulesIFRIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingNo
Min Crew211
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Total Seats10215
Galley LocationFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats919
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.35.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats8194
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesYesNo
ModelPW545CCT7-2E1PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)500040003600
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)4119
No. of Engines221
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983600
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.557.829.7
Wingspan (ft)56.343.2
Aisle Step (ft)0.7
Cabin Width (ft)5.54.1
Cabin Height (ft)5.74
Cabin Length (ft)18.512.3
Overall Height (ft)17.216.611.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)8085
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1020
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395165