Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range large‑cabin business jet built for intercontinental missions, typically carrying about 12–19 passengers (with higher‑density layouts possible) and offering roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a versatile light jet aimed at mixed business and utility flying; it commonly seats around 6–10 passengers and has about 2,000 nautical miles of range, with the advantage of operating from shorter and less‑prepared runways than most jets. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑speed twin‑turboprop in the light business category, usually configured for about 6–9 passengers and offering roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles of range, trading jet‑like cruise efficiency for shorter overall reach than the big‑cabin G700. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter designed for short‑range, point‑to‑point access and hovering capability; it typically carries about 6–8 passengers and has a range on the order of 300–400 nautical miles, far less than the fixed‑wing aircraft but with unique vertical‑lift flexibility.
| Spec | Gulfstream G700 | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 16 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream | Piaggio | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | G700 | Avanti EVO | PC-24 |
| Certification | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7500 | 1530 | 2076 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 400 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 3775 | 6680 |
| DOC / nm | — | — | $ 3.71 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | — | $ 0.62 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | — | $ 1,619 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Optional | — | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | No |
| Total Seats | 16 | 8 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 7 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | FWD |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Lavatory | — | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 6600 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||
| Model | Pearl 700 | PT6A–66B | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On Condition | 3600 | 5000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18250 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| FADEC | — | Yes | Yes |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 28 | ISA + 23 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 109.9 | 47.3 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 103 | 47.1 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8.2 | 6.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.25 | 5.8 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 56.9 | 14.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.4 | 13.1 | 17.4 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 | 35.2 | 90 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 17 |