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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.

SpecPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 3.71
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
ManufacturerPilatus
Aircraft NamePC-24
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats10
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6680
Standard Cabin Seats6
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
Cockpit2
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew1
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Total Seats6
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats10
Lavatory LocationFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats6
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23500
Engine
FADECYes
ModelFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)5000
Flat RatingISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)3435
No. of Engines2
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