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Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66

The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It typically carries about 12–19 passengers in high comfort and offers roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range, making it suited to nonstop global city pairs. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter focused on offshore, SAR, and utility/VIP missions. It generally seats around 16–19 passengers (or fewer in VIP layouts) and has a practical range on the order of 450–500 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, optimized for regional lift rather than long transit. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑speed twin‑turboprop business aircraft bridging jets and turboprops. It typically seats 6–9 passengers and offers about 1,500–1,800 nautical miles of range, well suited to efficient regional and medium‑haul trips with strong runway flexibility. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter for utility and private transport. It usually seats 4–5 including the pilot, with range roughly 300–350 nautical miles, prioritizing simplicity and short‑range mobility.

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