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Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66

The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet built for intercontinental travel, typically carrying around 12 to 19 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible) and offering roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑speed twin‑turboprop business aircraft aimed at efficient regional and medium‑range missions, usually seating about 7 to 9 passengers with an approximate range around 1,700 to 1,800 nautical miles. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter optimized for utility, EMS, and law‑enforcement roles; it commonly carries a pilot plus about 6 to 7 passengers and has a range on the order of 300 to 350 nautical miles depending on configuration. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter used for private, training, and utility flying; it typically carries a pilot plus 4 passengers and has an approximate range around 300 nautical miles. Overall, the G700 dominates in range and cabin size, the Avanti EVO splits the difference as a fast, efficient airplane, and the 902 and R66 trade speed and range for vertical-lift flexibility.

SpecGulfstream G700Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit32
Min Crew41
Total Seats168
ManufacturerGulfstreamPiaggio
Aircraft NameG700Avanti EVO
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)75001530
Max Cabin Seats197
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats126
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$ 7,695,000
Flight RulesIFR
Useful Load (lbs)3775
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats168
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats197
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats126
LavatoryNo
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Galley / RefreshmentNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
ModelPearl 700PT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)On Condition3600
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines22
FADECYes
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 28
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.947.3
Wingspan (ft)10347.1
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.26.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.255.8
Cabin Length (ft)56.914.9
Overall Height (ft)25.413.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19535.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.5