Dassault Falcon 8x vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92

The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range business jet, optimized for intercity and intercontinental travel. It typically carries about 12–16 passengers in executive configurations and has an intercontinental range of roughly 6,000+ nautical miles, far exceeding the helicopters here. The Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin helicopter aimed at offshore and utility missions. It generally seats around 16–19 passengers and has a typical mission range on the order of a few hundred nautical miles (commonly ~450 nm depending on load and reserves), emphasizing flexibility over distance. The MD Helicopters MD 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter designed for EMS, law enforcement, and short‑haul passenger roles. It usually carries about 7–8 passengers (or fewer with medical fit) and has a shorter range, typically around ~300 nm. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a heavy twin helicopter widely used for offshore transport. It commonly carries about 19 passengers and offers longer helicopter range than the AW189 and MD 902, typically around ~500 nm depending on configuration, but remains far below the Falcon 8X’s jet range.