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Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental travel, typically flying about 7,500 nautical miles and carrying roughly 13–19 passengers depending on cabin layout. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑speed turboprop business aircraft in a smaller category than the G700, generally suited to regional-to-medium routes at about 1,500–1,800 nautical miles and commonly seating around 6–9 passengers. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a super‑medium twin‑engine helicopter focused on offshore, SAR, and utility missions; its range is typically around 450–500 nautical miles with a practical passenger load commonly in the mid‑teens (often configured around 16–19). The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter aimed at shorter‑range passenger, EMS, and law‑enforcement roles, usually around 300–400 nautical miles of range and typically carrying about 6–8 passengers. In short, the G700 leads in range and cabin volume, the Avanti EVO trades range for efficient regional jet‑like speed, while the AW189 and MD902 prioritize vertical lift and access over distance.

SpecGulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit322
Min Crew411
Total Seats16218
ManufacturerGulfstreamLeonardoPiaggio
Aircraft NameG700AW189Avanti EVO
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)75006511530
Max Cabin Seats19197
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats12196
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFISRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516155400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$2,413,000$ 7,695,000
DOC / nm$ 15.57
Flight RulesIFRIFR
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,413
Useful Load (lbs)3775
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew411
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats16218
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats19197
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats12196
LavatoryNo
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Galley / RefreshmentNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
ModelPearl 700CT7-2E1PT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)On Condition40003600
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines222
FADECYesYes
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983850
Flat RatingISA + 28
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.957.847.3
Wingspan (ft)10347.1
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.26.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.255.8
Cabin Length (ft)56.914.9
Overall Height (ft)25.416.613.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19535.2
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.5