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Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66

The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental travel. It typically carries about 12–16 passengers (depending on layout) and offers roughly 6,400 nautical miles of range, making it the clear choice for nonstop global missions. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑speed turboprop business aircraft in a smaller cabin category, usually seating 7–9 passengers with about 1,500–1,800 nautical miles of range, well suited to regional and medium-length trips with jetlike cruise efficiency. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑turbine light helicopter aimed at utility, training, and short‑hop transport. It generally seats up to 5 and has a range around 300 nautical miles, with strong emphasis on hover/vertical access rather than distance. The Robinson R66 is also a single‑turbine light helicopter, commonly configured for 4–5 seats, with a typical range around 325 nautical miles; it’s often chosen for private, patrol, and light commercial roles where simplicity and vertical capability matter most.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XPiaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.66
Min Crew21
Total Seats178
ManufacturerDassault FalconPiaggio
Aircraft Name8XAvanti EVO
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)64501530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats167
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)369003775
Standard Cabin Seats146
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$ 7,695,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed FlushingNo
Min Crew21
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats178
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats167
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.29
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyNo
Standard Cabin Seats146
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920024000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)39006600
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307DPT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)On-Condition3600
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 28
Thrust (lbs)6722
No. of Engines32
Horsepower850
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.247.3
Wingspan (ft)86.347.1
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.25.8
Cabin Length (ft)42.714.9
Overall Height (ft)26.113.1
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.33.5
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14035.2