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Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Robinson R66

The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range business jet, optimized for fast intercontinental travel. It typically carries about 12–16 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible) and offers roughly 6,000+ nautical miles of range, making it the clear outlier here for distance and speed. The Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility missions. It commonly seats around 16–19 passengers (high-density configurations can be higher) and has an approximate range on the order of 450–500 nautical miles depending on fit and reserves. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter suited to private, training, and light utility roles. It usually carries 4 passengers plus a pilot (5 total) and has a range roughly around 300–350 nautical miles. The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter focused on training, patrol, and personal transport. It typically seats 4 total (pilot plus three passengers) with a range commonly in the ~250–350 nautical mile class, depending on configuration.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 15.57
Min Crew21
Total Seats1721
ManufacturerDassault FalconLeonardo
Aircraft Name8XAW189
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)6450651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats1619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)36900
Standard Cabin Seats1419
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$2,413,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew21
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats1721
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats1619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1419
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307DCT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On-Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)6722
No. of Engines32
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.257.8
Wingspan (ft)86.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.7
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)42.7
Overall Height (ft)26.116.6
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695395
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85