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Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Dassault Falcon 8X and Gulfstream G700 are long‑range business jets, while the Enstrom 480B and Sikorsky S‑92 are helicopters aimed at very different missions. For range, the G700 generally leads the group among jets, designed for ultra‑long intercontinental legs, with the Falcon 8X close behind as another true long‑range global business jet. Helicopters trail jets significantly in range: the S‑92 offers medium range suitable for offshore transport and regional missions, and the smaller 480B is typically used for short‑range utility, training, and personal transport. Passenger capacity also separates them. The G700 and Falcon 8X are configured for executive travel, commonly carrying around a dozen or more passengers in high‑comfort layouts, with the G700 often arranged for slightly more people depending on configuration. The S‑92 is a large transport helicopter and can carry far more passengers than the business jets in high‑density seating, whereas the Enstrom 480B is a light helicopter with only a small cabin, typically carrying a pilot plus a few passengers.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XGulfstream G700Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 19.79
Min Crew242
Total Seats171621
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstreamSikorsky
Aircraft Name8XG700S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)64507500439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats161919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)369007417
Standard Cabin Seats141219
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$78,000,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit322
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew242
Crew RestNoOptional
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats171621
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats161919
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats141219
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307DPearl 700CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)672218250
No. of Engines321
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.2109.9
Wingspan (ft)86.3103
Cabin Width (ft)7.78.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)42.756.9
Overall Height (ft)26.125.417.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695775
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140195
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140