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Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189

The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range midsize business jet, typically carrying about 13 passengers with an advertised range around 3,900 nautical miles, suited to intercontinental missions with a stand‑up cabin. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet, commonly configured for roughly 13–19 passengers and offering about 7,500 nautical miles of range, aimed at nonstop global city pairs with maximum comfort and space. The Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin‑engine helicopter designed for offshore and utility transport; it typically seats around 16–19 passengers and has a range on the order of 450–500 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter primarily used for training, patrol, and short‑haul utility work; it generally carries 4–5 people and has a range roughly around 300 nautical miles. Overall, the jets dominate in range and speed, while the helicopters trade range for vertical‑lift access and point‑to‑point flexibility.

SpecGulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit32
Min Crew41
Total Seats1621
ManufacturerGulfstreamLeonardo
Aircraft NameG700AW189
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)7500651
Max Cabin Seats1919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats1219
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$2,413,000
DOC / nm$ 15.57
Flight RulesIFR
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,413
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats1621
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats1919
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats1219
Engine
ModelPearl 700CT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On Condition4000
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines22
FADECYes
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.957.8
Wingspan (ft)103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.25
Cabin Length (ft)56.9
Overall Height (ft)25.416.6
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85