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Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet in a different class from the helicopters listed. It is designed for intercontinental missions, with an advertised range of about 7,500 nautical miles, and typically carries roughly 10–19 passengers depending on cabin layout. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a super‑medium, twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore and utility transport. Its range is generally on the order of 450–500 nautical miles (configuration dependent), and it typically seats around 16–19 passengers in a high‑density transport cabin. The Robinson R66 is a light, single‑engine helicopter used for short‑range transport, training, and utility work. Range is roughly 300 nautical miles, and practical passenger capacity is about 4 passengers plus a pilot (5 seats total). The Sikorsky S‑92 is a heavy, twin‑engine helicopter commonly used for offshore energy and search‑and‑rescue. Its range is typically around 500–600 nautical miles, and it commonly carries about 19 passengers in offshore configuration (with higher counts possible in alternate layouts).

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