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Airbus Helicopters H135 vs Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Gulfstream G700

The Airbus Helicopters H135 is a light twin‑engine helicopter best suited to short‑range missions such as training, EMS, and urban transport. Its typical range is roughly 300–350 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, and it generally carries about 5–7 passengers (plus one or two pilots), with layouts varying by mission equipment. The Airbus Helicopters H155 is a larger, medium twin helicopter aimed at VIP and offshore roles. It offers a longer typical range than the H135, around 450–550 nautical miles, and a larger cabin that commonly accommodates about 8–12 passengers (again plus crew), making it more suitable for higher‑capacity point‑to‑point helicopter transport. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet in a different category entirely, designed for intercontinental travel. Its range is about 7,500 nautical miles, and while certified seating can be much higher, it is typically configured for roughly 12–19 passengers in high‑end corporate layouts.

SpecAIRBUS H135AIRBUS H155Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit223
DOC / nm$ 6.33$ 11.06
Min Crew124
Total Seats91416
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersGulfstream
Aircraft NameH135H155G700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)3424237500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats71219
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)31244012
Standard Cabin Seats71212
Direct Operating Cost$ 861$ 1,593
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HelionixEFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)136144516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$6,150,000$14,800,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew124
Total Seats91416
ConfigurationGreen InteriorGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats71219
Standard Cabin Seats71212
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelArrius 2B2+Arriel 2C2Pearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)40004000On Condition
Horsepower660943
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)332
Thrust (lbs)18250
Dimensions
Length (ft)33.546.9109.9
Overall Height (ft)12.614.325.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)3441.1
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)173235.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)88.3
Wingspan (ft)103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.25
Cabin Length (ft)56.9
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195