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Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Piper M600 Sls vs Sikorsky S 92

The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long-range large-cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, typically offering seating for about 12–16 passengers with a range around 6,450 nautical miles. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop in the personal/business aircraft category, usually configured for 5–6 passengers, with a range roughly 1,400–1,500 nautical miles, making it well suited to regional trips and shorter runways. The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine helicopter optimized for utility, training, and short-hop transport; it generally carries 4–5 occupants and has a range on the order of 350–400 nautical miles. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore, search and rescue, and VIP transport; it commonly carries about 19 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible) and typically ranges about 500–600 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. Overall, the Falcon 8X dominates range and cruise efficiency, the M600 balances speed and access with simpler operations, while the 480B and S‑92 trade range for vertical-lift capability and mission flexibility.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XPiper M600 SLSSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 2.19$ 19.79
Min Crew212
Total Seats17621
ManufacturerDassault FalconPiperSikorsky
Aircraft Name8XM600S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)64501406439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.55$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats1619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)3690022007417
Standard Cabin Seats14419
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 603$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGarmin G3000EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516274155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$3,081,400 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFRIFR
Cabin
Cockpit322
Lavatory2 Enclosed FlushingNo
Min Crew212
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats17521
Galley LocationFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats1619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.25.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats14419
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)39008644
Engine
FADECYesNoYes
ModelPW307DPT6A-42ACT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-Condition36004000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)6722
No. of Engines311
Horsepower6002520
Fuel Capacity (gal)260760
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.229.7
Wingspan (ft)86.343.2
Cabin Width (ft)7.74.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.24
Cabin Length (ft)42.712.3
Overall Height (ft)26.111.317.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695165775
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14020
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140