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Leonardo Aw189 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a twin‑engine medium helicopter, optimized for vertical access to offshore platforms, remote sites, and urban helipads where runways are unavailable. Its typical range is roughly 450–500 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it commonly carries about 16–19 passengers in high‑density configurations (often fewer with executive interiors or mission equipment). The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a pressurized twin‑turboprop business aircraft intended for fast, efficient point‑to‑point travel between runways, including many shorter regional fields. Typical range is about 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, with seating usually 6–8 passengers in executive layout (up to around 9 depending on configuration). The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet designed for runway flexibility, including many short and semi‑prepared strips, while offering jet speeds and cabin comfort. Typical range is around 1,800–2,000 nautical miles, with a common executive capacity of about 6–8 passengers (and higher in commuter-style layouts).

SpecAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Piaggio Avanti EVOPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.57$ 3.71
Min Crew111
Total Seats2186
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerLeonardoPiaggioPilatus
Aircraft NameAW189Avanti EVOPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)65115302076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats19710
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats1966
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,413$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)155400440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$2,413,000$ 7,695,000$11,800,000
Useful Load (lbs)37756680
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew111
Total Seats2186
Max Cabin Seats19710
Standard Cabin Seats1966
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3
Galley / RefreshmentNoOptional Refreshment Center
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelCT7-2E1PT6A–66BFJ44-4A-QPM
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400036005000
Horsepower1983850
No. of Engines222
Flat RatingISA + 28ISA + 23
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Thrust (lbs)3435
Dimensions
Length (ft)57.847.352.2
Overall Height (ft)16.613.117.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85
Wingspan (ft)47.155.8
Cabin Width (ft)6.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)5.85.1
Cabin Length (ft)14.923
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.53.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.290
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17