Dassault Falcon 8x vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Leonardo Aw189

The Dassault Falcon 8X and Embraer Legacy 650E are long‑range business jets, while the Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a large twin‑engine helicopter oriented to offshore, SAR, and VIP shuttle missions. In category terms, the Falcon 8X sits in the ultra‑long‑range/large‑cabin jet class, the Legacy 650E in the long‑range large‑cabin (super‑midsize derivative) class, and the AW189 in the super‑medium helicopter class. For range, the Falcon 8X is the clear leader at roughly 6,400 nautical miles, enabling intercontinental nonstop missions; the Legacy 650E is typically around 3,900 nautical miles, suited to transcontinental and many North Atlantic city pairs with favorable conditions; the AW189’s range is far shorter—on the order of about 450–500 nautical miles depending on fit and reserves—reflecting rotorcraft performance and mission profiles. Passenger capacity also differs by role: the Falcon 8X is commonly configured for about 12–16 passengers, the Legacy 650E typically carries around 13 passengers in executive layouts, and the AW189 can seat roughly 16–19 passengers in transport seating (often fewer in VIP configurations).