Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Leonardo Aw139 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Airbus H145 is a light twin in the 3–4 ton class, typically carrying about 6–8 passengers in an executive/utility layout, with range generally around 300–400 nm depending on fit and reserves. The H155 sits in the medium class (about 5–6 tons), commonly configured for roughly 8–12 passengers, and offers a longer typical range than the H145, often in the ~400–500 nm bracket. The H175 is a super-medium (about 7–8 tons), usually carrying about 12–16 passengers, with range commonly around ~500–650 nm. The H225 is a heavy twin (about 11 tons), often configured for ~16–19 passengers, with long-range capability frequently in the ~450–650 nm range depending on payload and mission. Leonardo’s AW139 is a medium twin (about 6–7 tons), typically 8–15 passengers, with range often ~400–600 nm. The AW189 is a super-medium (about 8+ tons), commonly ~12–19 passengers, with range typically ~500–750 nm. Sikorsky’s S-92 is a heavy twin (about 12 tons), commonly ~18–19 passengers, with range often ~500–650 nm.
| Spec | AIRBUS H145 | AIRBUS H155 | AIRBUS H175 | AIRBUS H225 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.31 | $ 11.06 | $ 13.53 | $ 20.87 | $ 11.69 | $ 15.57 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 17 | 21 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Leonardo | Leonardo | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | H145 | H155 | H175 | H225 | AW139 | AW189 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 352 | 423 | 573 | 454 | 573 | 651 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.93 | $ 0.74 | $ 0.75 | $ 0.99 | $ 0.69 | $ 0.74 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 18 | 28 | 15 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 4200 | 4012 | 6797 | 11929 | 4701 | — | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 15 | 19 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,210 | $ 1,593 | $ 2,016 | $ 2,963 | $ 1,929 | $ 2,413 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 130 | 144 | 149 | 142 | 165 | 155 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $10,200,000 | $14,800,000 | $17,900,000 | $ 29,500,000 | $15,900,000 | $2,413,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Cabin | |||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 17 | 21 | 21 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | Green Interior | — | — | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 18 | 28 | 15 | 19 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 15 | 19 | 19 |
| Engine | |||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Arriel 2E | Arriel 2C2 | PT6A-67E | Makila 2A1 | PT6C-67C | CT7-2E1 | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 4000 | 3500 | 3500 | 5000 | 4000 | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 894 | 943 | 1775 | 2100 | 1679 | 1983 | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 332 | — | 684 | 414 | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | |||||||
| Length (ft) | 44.8 | 46.9 | 59.2 | 63.4 | 54.7 | 57.8 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 13 | 14.3 | 17.5 | 16.3 | 16.4 | 16.6 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 36.1 | 41.1 | 48.5 | 53.2 | 54.7 | 48 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 166 | 235.2 | 423.8 | 547 | 282 | 395 | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 46.8 | 88.3 | 81.9 | — | 120 | 85 | 140 |