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Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92

The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range business jet, optimized for intercontinental travel. It typically offers the greatest range of the group (around 7,000–7,500 nautical miles depending on configuration) and carries roughly 10–19 passengers in a high‑comfort cabin, making it best suited to nonstop city‑pair missions rather than short‑hop utility work. The Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin helicopter aimed at offshore transport, SAR, and utility. Its range is far shorter than the G700 (often on the order of ~400–500 nautical miles with reserves, mission‑dependent) and it usually accommodates about 16–19 passengers in an airline‑style layout. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) MD 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter focused on EMS, law enforcement, and corporate/utility roles. It generally carries fewer people (commonly 6–8) and has a shorter range (roughly ~250–350 nautical miles, depending on fuel and payload). The Sikorsky S‑92 is a larger heavy helicopter widely used offshore and for SAR/VIP. It typically carries about 19 passengers and offers range broadly similar to or somewhat greater than the AW189 (often ~450–600 nautical miles, mission‑dependent), prioritizing lift and safety over jet‑like distance.

SpecGulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit322
Min Crew412
Total Seats162121
ManufacturerGulfstreamLeonardoSikorsky
Aircraft NameG700AW189S-92
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)7500651439
Max Cabin Seats191919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats121919
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516155155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$2,413,000 $30,650,000
DOC / nm$ 15.57$ 19.79
Flight RulesIFRIFR
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74$ 0.94
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,413$ 3,068
Useful Load (lbs)7417
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew412
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats162121
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats191919
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats121919
Engine
ModelPearl 700CT7-2E1CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On Condition40004000
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines221
FADECYesYes
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
Horsepower19832520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
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)25.416.617.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85140