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Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental travel. It sits in a different category from the Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 and Sikorsky S‑92, which are medium and heavy helicopters designed for offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility missions. In range terms, the G700 is in the ultra‑long‑range class at roughly 7,500 nautical miles, allowing nonstop city pairs across oceans. The AW189 and S‑92 have far shorter helicopter ranges, typically on the order of a few hundred nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, with the S‑92 generally offering more fuel/payload flexibility for longer offshore legs than the AW189. Passenger capacity also reflects their missions: a G700 typically carries around 10–19 passengers in a high‑comfort executive layout, while the AW189 is commonly configured for about 16–19 passengers and the S‑92 often around 19 passengers in offshore seating, with both helicopters able to be reconfigured for SAR/medical roles where seats may be reduced for equipment and stretchers.

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