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Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Robinson R66

The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It typically carries about 8 to 14 passengers depending on cabin configuration, and its range is roughly 6,450 nautical miles, making it suitable for nonstop city pairs such as New York to Dubai or Paris to Singapore-class missions. The Enstrom 480B is a light, piston-powered helicopter used for short-range utility, training, and local transport. It usually seats 4 occupants (pilot plus three passengers) and offers a range on the order of about 250 to 300 nautical miles, depending on payload, reserves, and operating conditions. The Robinson R66 is a light, turbine helicopter positioned above many piston trainers, commonly used for corporate shuttles, utility work, and personal travel. It generally seats 5 occupants (pilot plus four passengers) and has a typical range around 300 to 350 nautical miles, again varying with load and conditions. Overall, the 8X dominates on range and cabin capacity, while the helicopters trade speed and reach for vertical lift and point-to-point access.

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