Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Bell 505 Jetranger X vs Bell 525 Relentless vs Leonardo Aw109 Grand New vs Leonardo Aw169

Airbus’s H145 is a light twin in the utility/EMS category, typically carrying about 8–10 passengers in a cabin-focused layout, with a practical range around 330–350 nautical miles. The H155 sits in the medium twin, executive/offshore segment, offering more cabin volume and usually 12–13 passengers, with range commonly around 450–500 nautical miles. Bell’s 505 JetRanger X is a light single aimed at training, private, and light utility missions, generally seating 4 passengers plus a pilot, with range roughly 300–360 nautical miles. Bell’s 525 Relentless is a large, long-range super-medium intended for offshore and corporate transport, typically configured for about 16–19 passengers, with range about 500–600+ nautical miles depending on reserves and fit. Leonardo’s AW109 GrandNew is a light twin positioned for VIP and EMS, usually 6–7 passengers, with range around 450–500 nautical miles. Leonardo’s AW169 is a light-intermediate twin bridging utility and corporate roles, commonly 8–10 passengers, with range roughly 400–450 nautical miles.