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Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long-range, fixed-wing business jet built for intercity or intercontinental travel. It typically carries about 13 passengers in a corporate layout and offers roughly 3,900 nautical miles of range, making it the clear choice when speed and distance are primary. The Sikorsky S-92 is a large, twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore transport, SAR, and VIP missions where payload, cabin volume, and redundancy matter. Passenger capacity is commonly around 19, and typical range is on the order of 500–600 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter used for law enforcement, EMS, and utility roles. It generally seats about 8–10 people (including crew) with a typical range around 300–350 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a smaller, single‑engine turbine helicopter suited to personal, training, and light utility work. It usually carries 4–5 people (including pilot) and typically reaches about 300 nautical miles.

SpecSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 19.79
Min Crew2
Total Seats21
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerSikorsky
Aircraft NameS-92
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats19
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)7417
Standard Cabin Seats19
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)155
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $30,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew2
Total Seats21
Max Cabin Seats19
Standard Cabin Seats19
Engine
FADECYes
ModelCT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000
Horsepower2520
No. of Engines1
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Overall Height (ft)17.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140