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Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel; it typically carries about 10–19 passengers and offers roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range, making it suited to nonstop city‑pairs that helicopters cannot practically cover. The Leonardo AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility missions; it generally seats around 16–19 passengers (depending on layout) and has an approximate range on the order of 450–500 nautical miles. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter used for law enforcement, EMS, and corporate transport; it commonly carries about 6–8 passengers and offers roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter focused on private, training, and light utility roles; it typically carries 4–5 occupants including the pilot and has about 300–350 nautical miles of range. Overall, the G700 dominates range and cabin capacity for point‑to‑point travel, while the helicopters trade range for vertical access and flexible landing options.

SpecGulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit32
Min Crew41
Total Seats1621
ManufacturerGulfstreamLeonardo
Aircraft NameG700AW189
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)7500651
Max Cabin Seats1919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats1219
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$2,413,000
DOC / nm—$ 15.57
Flight Rules—IFR
DOC / nm / Seat—$ 0.74
Direct Operating Cost—$ 2,413
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Crew RestOptional—
Jump SeatYes—
Total Seats1621
Galley LocationFWD—
Max Cabin Seats1919
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT—
Standard Cabin Seats1219
Engine
ModelPearl 700CT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On Condition4000
Thrust (lbs)18250—
No. of Engines22
FADEC—Yes
Fuel Type—JetFuel
Horsepower—1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.957.8
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)25.416.6
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195—
Rotor Diameter (ft)—48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)—395
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)—85