Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189

The Embraer Legacy 650E and Gulfstream G700 are large-cabin business jets, while the Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a twin‑engine medium helicopter typically used for offshore, utility, and VIP transport. In category and mission, the Legacy 650E is optimized for long, comfortable intercity and transcontinental travel, the G700 sits at the ultra‑long‑range, flagship end of the market for nonstop intercontinental missions, and the AW189 trades speed and altitude for vertical lift and access to locations without runways. In range, the Legacy 650E is generally in the long‑range class at roughly 3,900 nautical miles, the G700 is in the ultra‑long‑range class at about 7,500 nautical miles, and the AW189’s practical range is far shorter, commonly on the order of a few hundred nautical miles depending on payload, reserves, and configuration. In passenger capacity, both jets are typically configured for about 10 to 19 passengers in executive layouts, with the G700 often arranged for higher-end, spacious seating, while the AW189 can seat a similar number in high-density transport but is often fitted for fewer passengers in VIP configurations.