Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental travel. It offers the greatest range of the three at roughly 7,500 nautical miles, enabling nonstop missions such as North America to Europe or deep transcontinental routes, and it typically carries about 13 to 19 passengers in executive configurations (certified for more in high‑density layouts). The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light/medium business jet designed for versatility, including operation from shorter or unimproved runways; its range is much shorter at about 2,000 nautical miles, and it commonly carries around 6 to 10 passengers depending on layout. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium twin helicopter used for offshore transport, SAR, and utility/VIP roles; it has the shortest range, typically around 500 to 600 nautical miles, but can move a comparable headcount to the PC‑24, often around 12 to 19 passengers in passenger-transport configurations. Overall, the G700 leads for speed, cabin volume, and nonstop distance; the PC‑24 emphasizes runway access and flexibility; the S‑92 trades speed and range for vertical lift and point‑to‑point access without runways.
| Spec | Gulfstream G700 | Pilatus PC-24 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 16 | 6 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream | Pilatus | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | G700 | PC-24 | S-92 |
| Certification | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7500 | 2076 | 439 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 10 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 440 | 155 |
| 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) | — | 6680 | 7417 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 1,619 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Optional | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | — |
| Total Seats | 16 | 6 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 10 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Optional Refreshment Center | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 23500 | — |
| Engine | |||
| Model | Pearl 700 | FJ44-4A-QPM | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On Condition | 5000 | 4000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18250 | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| FADEC | — | Yes | Yes |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 23 | — |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 109.9 | 52.2 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 103 | 55.8 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8.2 | 5.6 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.25 | 5.1 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 56.9 | 23 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.4 | 17.4 | 17.8 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 | 90 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 17 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 |