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Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Gulfstream G700 and Pilatus PC-24 are fixed‑wing business jets, while the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer and Sikorsky S‑92 are helicopters oriented toward utility, offshore, and VIP transport. In range, the G700 is the clear leader with true intercontinental capability (roughly 7,000+ nautical miles), making it suited to nonstop long‑haul routes. The PC‑24 offers medium‑to‑long range (about 2,000 nautical miles class) and is valued for flexibility, including operations from shorter or less‑prepared runways compared with many jets. Helicopters trade range for vertical lift: the MD 902 Explorer is typically in the few‑hundred‑nautical‑mile range (around 300–400 nm), while the larger S‑92 generally reaches farther (roughly 500+ nm, depending on configuration and reserves). For passenger capacity, the G700 is usually configured for about 10–19 passengers in a luxury cabin, the PC‑24 commonly carries around 6–10 in executive layouts (more in commuter/medevac roles), the MD 902 typically seats about 6–8 plus crew, and the S‑92 carries the most among these rotorcraft, often around 12–19 passengers depending on mission.

SpecGulfstream G700Pilatus PC-24Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit322
Min Crew412
Total Seats16621
ManufacturerGulfstreamPilatusSikorsky
Aircraft NameG700PC-24S-92
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)75002076439
Max Cabin Seats191019
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats12619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516440155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$11,800,000 $30,650,000
DOC / nm$ 3.71$ 19.79
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.94
Useful Load (lbs)66807417
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,619$ 3,068
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew412
Crew RestOptionalNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats16621
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats191019
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Standard Cabin Seats12619
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Cargo DoorYes
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23500
Engine
ModelPearl 700FJ44-4A-QPMCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On Condition50004000
Thrust (lbs)182503435
No. of Engines221
FADECYesYes
Flat RatingISA + 23
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.952.2
Wingspan (ft)10355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.25.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.255.1
Cabin Length (ft)56.923
Overall Height (ft)25.417.417.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19590
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140