Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range large‑cabin business jet built for intercontinental travel, offering roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range and typically carrying about 13–19 passengers depending on configuration. The Piper M600/SLS is a single‑engine turboprop (personal/light business aircraft) designed for efficient regional missions, with about 1,400 nautical miles of range and usually seating 5–6 people. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter optimized for short‑range utility and point‑to‑point access, with roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range and typically accommodating 4 passengers plus a pilot. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore transport, SAR, and executive shuttle roles, with about 500–600 nautical miles of range and commonly carrying around 12–19 passengers depending on layout. Overall, the G700 dominates range and speed for long trips, the M600/SLS balances cost and capability for shorter runway airports, the R66 suits small‑group vertical access, and the S‑92 carries larger groups where helicopter operations are required.
| Spec | Gulfstream G700 | Piper M600 SLS | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 16 | 6 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream | Piper | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | G700 | M600 | S-92 |
| Certification | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7500 | 1406 | 439 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 | 19 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Garmin G3000 | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 274 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 | $3,081,400 | $30,650,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 2.19 | $ 19.79 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.55 | $ 0.94 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 2200 | 7417 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 603 | $ 3,068 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Optional | — | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | — |
| Total Seats | 16 | 5 | 21 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 | 19 |
| Lavatory | — | No | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 5.6 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Refreshment Centre | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 12600 | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 8644 | — |
| Engine | |||
| Model | Pearl 700 | PT6A-42A | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On Condition | 3600 | 4000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18250 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| FADEC | — | No | Yes |
| Horsepower | — | 600 | 2520 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 55 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 260 | 760 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 109.9 | 29.7 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 103 | 43.2 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8.2 | 4.1 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.25 | 4 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 56.9 | 12.3 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.4 | 11.3 | 17.8 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 | 20 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 165 | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 |