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Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long-range business jet, suited to intercity and transoceanic missions, with roughly 3,900 nautical miles of range and a typical passenger load around 13 (up to about 14). The Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin‑engine helicopter optimized for offshore and utility transport; it typically carries around 16–19 passengers in high-density layouts (fewer in executive configurations) and has an approximate range on the order of 450–500 nautical miles depending on fuel and mission profile. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) MD 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter aimed at EMS, law enforcement, and corporate shuttle roles; it commonly seats about 7–8 passengers (configuration dependent) and offers roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter for private and light commercial use, generally seating 4–5 occupants and providing about 300 nautical miles of range (often somewhat more with auxiliary fuel, but mission-dependent).

SpecAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 15.57
Min Crew1
Total Seats21
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerLeonardo
Aircraft NameAW189
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats19
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats19
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$2,413,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew1
Total Seats21
Max Cabin Seats19
Standard Cabin Seats19
Engine
FADECYes
ModelCT7-2E1
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000
Horsepower1983
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)57.8
Overall Height (ft)16.6
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85