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Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66

The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, typically carrying about 13–19 passengers in a corporate layout and offering roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility roles; it commonly seats around 16–19 passengers depending on configuration, with an overall range on the order of 450–500 nautical miles (more with auxiliary fuel). The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop, pressurized personal/corporate aircraft, generally configured for about 5–6 occupants, with approximately 1,400–1,500 nautical miles of range. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter typically carrying 4–5 people including the pilot, with around 300 nautical miles of range. In short, the G700 leads in range and cabin size for point‑to‑point jet travel; the AW189 trades speed and range for vertical‑lift capability and higher rotorcraft passenger capacity; the M600 SLS balances efficiency and range for smaller groups; and the R66 is the simplest, shortest‑range option for light helicopter missions.

SpecGulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit322
Min Crew411
Total Seats16216
ManufacturerGulfstreamLeonardoPiper
Aircraft NameG700AW189M600
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)75006511406
Max Cabin Seats1919—
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats12194
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFISGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516155274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$2,413,000$3,081,400
DOC / nm—$ 15.57$ 2.19
Flight Rules—IFRIFR
DOC / nm / Seat—$ 0.74$ 0.55
Direct Operating Cost—$ 2,413$ 603
Useful Load (lbs)——2200
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew411
Crew RestOptional——
Jump SeatYes——
Total Seats16215
Galley LocationFWD—MID
Max Cabin Seats1919—
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT——
Standard Cabin Seats12194
Lavatory——No
Cabin Pressure (psi)——5.6
Galley / Refreshment——Refreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)——12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——8644
Engine
ModelPearl 700CT7-2E1PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On Condition40003600
Thrust (lbs)18250——
No. of Engines221
FADEC—YesNo
Fuel Type—JetFuel—
Horsepower—1983600
Flat Rating——ISA + 55
Fuel Capacity (gal)——260
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.957.829.7
Wingspan (ft)103—43.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor——
Cabin Width (ft)8.2—4.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.25—4
Cabin Length (ft)56.9—12.3
Overall Height (ft)25.416.611.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195—20
Rotor Diameter (ft)—48—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)—395165
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)—85—