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Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine piston helicopter aimed at utility and training missions. It typically carries a pilot plus up to four passengers (about five seats total) and is suited to short to moderate legs, with a typical range on the order of roughly 300 nautical miles, varying with load and conditions. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light helicopter positioned for corporate, EMS, and public‑service roles. It generally seats a pilot plus six to seven passengers (about eight seats total) and offers a longer practical range than the 480B, commonly around the mid‑300s to low‑400s nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet in a completely different category, optimized for intercontinental travel. It can be configured for a wide range of cabin layouts, typically carrying around 10 to 19 passengers, and its range is roughly 7,500 nautical miles, enabling nonstop missions such as New York to Dubai under typical conditions.

SpecGulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit3
Min Crew4
Total Seats16
ManufacturerGulfstream
Aircraft NameG700
CertificationIn Development
Max Range (nm)7500
Max Cabin Seats19
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats12
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew4
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats16
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats12
Engine
ModelPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On Condition
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.9
Wingspan (ft)103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.25
Cabin Length (ft)56.9
Overall Height (ft)25.4
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195