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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.

SpecGulfstream G700Piaggio Avanti EVOPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit322
Min Crew411
Total Seats1686
ManufacturerGulfstreamPiaggioPilatus
Aircraft NameG700Avanti EVOPC-24
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)750015302076
Max Cabin Seats19710
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats1266
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516400440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$ 7,695,000$11,800,000
Flight RulesIFR
Useful Load (lbs)37756680
DOC / nm$ 3.71
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,619
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew411
Crew RestOptionalNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats1686
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats19710
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Standard Cabin Seats1266
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3
Galley / RefreshmentNoOptional Refreshment Center
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
ModelPearl 700PT6A–66BFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On Condition36005000
Thrust (lbs)182503435
No. of Engines222
FADECYesYes
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 28ISA + 23
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.947.352.2
Wingspan (ft)10347.155.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.26.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.255.85.1
Cabin Length (ft)56.914.923
Overall Height (ft)25.413.117.4
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19535.290
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.53.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17