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Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for 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 suitable for nonstop city pairs across oceans. The Enstrom 480B is a light turbine helicopter aimed at utility and personal/corporate missions. It generally seats up to five people (including the pilot) and is best for shorter regional hops, with a typical range on the order of a few hundred nautical miles depending on reserves and mission profile. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light helicopter often used for law enforcement, EMS support, and corporate transport. It commonly seats around eight to ten occupants and provides medium short‑haul range, typically a few hundred nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a light, single‑engine turbine helicopter popular for private, training, and light commercial work. It usually carries five people and has short‑range capability similar to other light turbines, generally a few hundred nautical miles.

SpecDassault Falcon 8X
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 7.66
Min Crew2
Total Seats17
ManufacturerDassault Falcon
Aircraft Name8X
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)6450
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats16
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)36900
Standard Cabin Seats14
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit3
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats17
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats16
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats14
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYes
ModelPW307D
TBO (hrs)On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)6722
No. of Engines3
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.2
Wingspan (ft)86.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.7
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)42.7
Overall Height (ft)26.1
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140