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Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Gulfstream G700 and Piaggio Avanti EVO are fixed‑wing business aircraft, while the Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a twin‑engine helicopter, so their strengths differ by mission. The G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel at high altitude and speed; it typically carries around 12–19 passengers depending on cabin configuration and has a range on the order of roughly 7,000+ nautical miles. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑speed turboprop optimized for efficient regional and mid‑range trips; it generally seats about 7–9 passengers and offers a range of roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles. The AW189 prioritizes vertical lift and access to remote or confined sites (offshore platforms, hoist/SAR, VIP shuttle); it commonly carries about 16–19 passengers in a high‑density layout (fewer in VIP/missionized roles) and has a range roughly in the 450–500 nautical mile class, varying with payload and reserves. In short, the G700 dominates for nonstop global reach, the Avanti EVO for efficient point‑to‑point regional flying, and the AW189 for places runways can’t reach.

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 Rules—IFRIFR
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
Lavatory——No
Cabin Pressure (psi)——9
Galley / Refreshment——No
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
FADEC—YesYes
Fuel Type—JetFuel—
Horsepower—1983850
Flat Rating——ISA + 28
Fuel Burn (gph)——100
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.957.847.3
Wingspan (ft)103—47.1
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor——
Cabin Width (ft)8.2—6.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.25—5.8
Cabin Length (ft)56.9—14.9
Overall Height (ft)25.416.613.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195—35.2
Rotor Diameter (ft)—48—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)—395—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)—85—
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)——3.5