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Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Embraer Legacy 650E and Gulfstream G700 are long-range business jets, while the Enstrom 480B and MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer are light utility helicopters aimed at shorter, point-to-point missions with vertical lift. In category and capability, the G700 sits at the top as an ultra-long-range large-cabin jet, typically offering roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range and commonly carrying about 13–19 passengers depending on configuration. The Legacy 650E is a large-cabin tri-zone business jet but a step below the G700 in reach, with about 3,900 nautical miles of range and typical seating around 13 passengers (often up to the mid-teens). The Enstrom 480B is a single-engine piston helicopter best suited to regional hops, with range on the order of about 350 nautical miles and seating typically for 4–5 occupants. The MD 902 Explorer is a twin-engine light helicopter designed for roles like EMS and law enforcement, generally offering about 300–350 nautical miles of range and seating commonly around 6–8 occupants, mission-config dependent.

SpecGulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit3
Min Crew4
Total Seats16
ManufacturerGulfstream
Aircraft NameG700
CertificationIn Development
Max Range (nm)7500
Max Cabin Seats19
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats12
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew4
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats16
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats12
Engine
ModelPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On Condition
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.9
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)25.4
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195