Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Dassault Falcon 8X and Gulfstream G700 are ultra‑long‑range business jets designed for intercontinental missions, while the Leonardo AW189 and MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) MD 902 Explorer are twin‑engine helicopters aimed at regional transport, offshore, EMS, and utility roles. In range, the Falcon 8X typically reaches about 6,450 nautical miles, and the G700 about 7,500 nautical miles, making the G700 the longest‑legged option here by a clear margin. Helicopters are far shorter‑range: the AW189 is roughly in the 450–500 nautical mile class (depending on load and reserves), and the MD 902 is typically around 300–400 nautical miles. Passenger capacity also separates the groups: the Falcon 8X commonly seats around 12–16 in executive layouts, and the G700 is often configured for about 13–19, with larger cabin volume than the Falcon. The AW189 can carry up to about 16–19 passengers in high‑density seating, while the MD 902 generally carries about 7–8 passengers plus pilots.