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Airbus Helicopters H125 vs Airbus Helicopters H135 vs Bell 429wlg Globalranger vs Bell 505 Jetranger X vs Leonardo Aw109 Grand New vs Leonardo Sh09 vs Robinson Helicopters R66

The Airbus H125 is a single‑engine utility helicopter (light single) typically seating 5 to 6 passengers, optimized for high/hot performance with a moderate range suited to regional missions. The Airbus H135 is a twin‑engine light helicopter (light twin) usually configured for about 5 to 7 passengers, offering a similar class range but with improved redundancy and comfort for corporate, EMS, and law enforcement work. The Bell 429WLG GlobalRanger is a light twin with a relatively roomy cabin, commonly carrying about 6 to 7 passengers and generally delivering competitive range for IFR-capable, multi-mission operations. The Bell 505 JetRanger X is a light single, typically 4 passengers, aimed at training and personal/corporate use with shorter-to-moderate range. The Leonardo AW109 Grand New is a light twin, often 6 to 7 passengers, emphasizing speed, executive cabin finish, and solid regional range. The Leonardo SH09 (often referenced as the AW09 concept) is a light single expected around 4 to 6 passengers, positioned between basic singles and higher-end utility types with moderate range. The Robinson R66 is a light single typically 4 passengers, focused on cost-effective private and utility flying with moderate range.

SpecAIRBUS H125AIRBUS H135Bell 429WLG GlobalRangerBell 505 JetRanger XAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW109 Grand NewAGUSTA / LEONARDO SH09ROBINSON R66
Summary
Cockpit2222222
DOC / nm$ 4.61$ 6.33$ 6.05$ 3.53$ 7.31$4.48$ 3.49
Min Crew1111111
Total Seats6985885
Flight RulesVFRIFRIFRVFRVFRVFRVFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersBellBellLeonardoLeonardoRobinson Helicopters
Aircraft NameH125H135429WLG GlobalRanger505 JetRanger XAW109 Grand NewSH09R66
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn-DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)341342381306464430350
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.77$ 0.79$ 0.76$ 0.71$ 0.91$0.56$ 0.70
Max Cabin Seats57666
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)21893124252815001355
Standard Cabin Seats4763663
Direct Operating Cost$ 627$ 861$ 931$ 441$ 1,140$627$ 384
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G500HHelionixBell BasiX-ProGarmin G1000HEFISEFISGyro / Analog
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)136136154125156140110
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$3,200,000$6,150,000$7,700,000$1,445,000$ 7,800,000$3,500,000$ 920,000
Max Passengers7
Cabin
Cockpit2222222
Min Crew1111111
Total Seats6985885
Max Cabin Seats5766
Standard Cabin Seats4763663
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Engine
FADECYesYesYesDual-ChannelYesYesNo
ModelArriel 2DArrius 2B2+PW207D1Arrius 2RPW207CHTS 900RR300
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)5000400040004000400055002000
Horsepower84766011005057351020300
No. of Engines1221211
Fuel Capacity (gal)143216.984.8515273.6
Fuel Burn (gph)7632.3
Dimensions
Length (ft)42.533.54342.4842.538.3
Overall Height (ft)1012.612.3910.6511.511.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)36.134363735.533
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)17313013750
Width (ft)26.376.51
Cabin Width (ft)54.66
Cabin Height (ft)42.75
Cabin Length (ft)6.587.17
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)741818