Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Enstrom 480b vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long-range business jet, optimized for intercity and international travel. It typically carries about 13 passengers (often arranged for 8–12 in executive layouts) and offers roughly 3,900–4,000 nautical miles of range, making it the clear leader for distance and cabin capacity among the four. The Sikorsky S-92 is a large, twin‑engine transport helicopter used for offshore, SAR, and executive/VIP missions. It generally seats about 19 passengers (VIP configurations often fewer) with a typical range around 500–600 nautical miles, giving it the highest rotorcraft passenger capacity but far less range than the jet. The Enstrom 480B is a light, single‑engine piston helicopter suited to training and utility work. It usually seats 4–5 occupants with an approximate range near 200–300 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a light, single‑engine turbine helicopter commonly used for utility and private missions. It typically carries 4–5 occupants and has a range around 300–350 nautical miles, generally exceeding the 480B for speed and range while remaining far smaller than the S-92.
| Spec | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $30,650,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 |
| Engine | |
| FADEC | Yes |
| Model | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 760 |
| Dimensions | |
| Overall Height (ft) | 17.8 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 140 |