Airbus Helicopters H125 vs Airbus Helicopters H130 vs Airbus Helicopters H135 vs Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Leonardo Aw109 Trekker vs Leonardo Aw119kx
The Airbus H125 and Leonardo AW119Kx are single‑engine light helicopters, typically chosen for lower operating cost, utility work, and simple cabin layouts. In this pair, the H125 generally offers the strongest hot‑and‑high utility performance and a broadly comparable range, while the AW119Kx often emphasizes a spacious cabin for its class and good cruise legs for single‑engine missions. The Airbus H130 is also single‑engine but is more oriented to passenger comfort and sightseeing with a wider, quieter cabin; it typically carries one more passenger than many H125 configurations and offers similar day‑trip range. The Airbus H135, H145, and Leonardo AW109 Trekker are twin‑engine light helicopters aimed at IFR/EMS/corporate roles with higher redundancy. The H135 is a compact twin with moderate range and a typical passenger load around six to seven. The H145 is larger, usually carrying more passengers (often eight to nine) with a generally longer practical range than the H135. The AW109 Trekker is a fast, sleek twin typically seating six to seven passengers and often provides range competitive with the H135 and, depending on configuration, comparable to the H145.
| Spec | AIRBUS H125 | AIRBUS H130 | AIRBUS H135 | AIRBUS H145 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW109 Trekker | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW119Kx |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.61 | $ 5.00 | $ 6.33 | $ 9.31 | $ 7.40 | $ 6.76 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | VFR | VFR | IFR | IFR | VFR | VFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Leonardo | Leonardo |
| Aircraft Name | H125 | H130 | H135 | H145 | AW109 Trekker | AW119Kx |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 341 | 333 | 342 | 352 | 450 | 515 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.77 | $ 0.71 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.93 | $ 0.93 | $ 0.84 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 5 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 6 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2189 | 2299 | 3124 | 4200 | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 4 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 627 | $ 640 | $ 861 | $ 1,210 | $ 1,125 | $ 885 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G500H | Garmin G500H | Helionix | EFIS | Genesys Aerosystems | Garmin G1000H |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 136 | 128 | 136 | 130 | 152 | 131 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $3,200,000 | $3,450,000 | $6,150,000 | $10,200,000 | $6,950,000 | $3,850,000 |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 5 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 4 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Configuration | — | — | Green Interior | Green Interior | — | — |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Arriel 2D | Arriel 2D | Arrius 2B2+ | Arriel 2E | PW207C | PT6B-37A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 5000 | 4000 | 4000 | 4000 | 4500 |
| Horsepower | 847 | 952 | 660 | 894 | 735 | 917 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 143 | 143 | — | — | 152 | 160 |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Length (ft) | 42.5 | 41.5 | 33.5 | 44.8 | 42.5 | 42.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 10 | 11.1 | 12.6 | 13 | 11.5 | 11.9 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 36.1 | 35.1 | 34 | 36.1 | 35.5 | 35.5 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 173 | 166 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 46.8 | — | — |