Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Embraer Legacy 650E and Pilatus PC-24 are both fixed‑wing business jets, while the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine helicopter typically used for utility, law‑enforcement, EMS, and VIP missions where vertical takeoff and landing matter more than speed and altitude. On range, the Legacy 650E is the longest‑leg option, suited to intercontinental-style business travel with roughly about 3,900 nautical miles of range. The PC‑24 is a “super versatile” light jet with shorter range, roughly about 2,000 nautical miles, but it stands out for operating from shorter, rougher runways and reaching smaller airports. The 902 Explorer has far less range than either jet, generally only a few hundred nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, reflecting typical helicopter mission profiles. On passenger capacity, the Legacy 650E commonly seats around 13 passengers in a corporate cabin. The PC‑24 is typically configured for about 6 to 10 passengers. The 902 Explorer usually carries about 6 to 7 passengers (plus crew) in VIP or utility layouts.
| Spec | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No |
| Jump Seat | No |
| Cargo Door | Yes |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23500 |
| Engine | |
| FADEC | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length (ft) | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 90 |