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Airbus Helicopters 145 vs Airbus Helicopters H135 vs Airbus Helicopters H155

The Airbus Helicopters H135 is a light twin‑engine helicopter typically used for short‑ to medium‑range missions such as EMS, police, training, and corporate shuttle work. In category terms, it sits in the light class and is optimized for efficiency, low operating costs, and compact footprint. Its typical range is roughly in the 350–650 km (about 190–350 nm) bracket depending on configuration, reserves, and payload. Passenger capacity is commonly one or two pilots plus around five to six passengers in a standard corporate layout, though cabin configurations vary by mission. The Airbus Helicopters H155 is a larger, medium twin‑engine helicopter aimed more at offshore transport, VIP/corporate travel, and higher‑end utility roles where cabin volume and comfort matter. As a medium category aircraft, it generally offers longer legs, commonly around 700–850 km (about 380–460 nm) depending on fit and operating conditions. Passenger capacity is typically one or two pilots plus about eight to twelve passengers, again depending on seating and mission equipment, making it better suited to moving more people farther with greater cabin space than the H135.

SpecAIRBUS H135AIRBUS H155
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 6.33$ 11.06
Min Crew12
Total Seats914
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters
Aircraft NameH135H155
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)342423
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats712
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)31244012
Standard Cabin Seats712
Direct Operating Cost$ 861$ 1,593
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HelionixEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)136144
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$6,150,000$14,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew12
Total Seats914
ConfigurationGreen InteriorGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats712
Standard Cabin Seats712
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelArrius 2B2+Arriel 2C2
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)40004000
Horsepower660943
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)332
Dimensions
Length (ft)33.546.9
Overall Height (ft)12.614.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)3441.1
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)173235.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)88.3