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.
| Spec | Gulfstream G700 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 16 | 21 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream | Leonardo | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | G700 | AW189 | M600 |
| Certification | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7500 | 651 | 1406 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 4 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | EFIS | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 155 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 | $2,413,000 | $3,081,400 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 15.57 | $ 2.19 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.74 | $ 0.55 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 2,413 | $ 603 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 2200 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Optional | — | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | — |
| Total Seats | 16 | 21 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 4 |
| Lavatory | — | — | No |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Refreshment Centre |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | |||
| Model | Pearl 700 | CT7-2E1 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On Condition | 4000 | 3600 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18250 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| FADEC | — | Yes | No |
| Fuel Type | — | JetFuel | — |
| Horsepower | — | 1983 | 600 |
| Flat Rating | — | — | ISA + 55 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 109.9 | 57.8 | 29.7 |
| 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) | 25.4 | 16.6 | 11.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 | — | 20 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | 48 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 395 | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 85 | — |