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Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Leonardo Aw169

The Airbus Helicopters H145 and Leonardo AW169 sit in the light–intermediate twin category, while the Airbus Helicopters H175 is a larger, heavier super‑medium helicopter aimed at higher payload and longer overwater/offshore missions. In range terms, the H145 is typically used for short to mid‑range sectors and often trades endurance for compact footprint and agility in HEMS and utility work. The AW169 generally offers a comparable or slightly greater mission radius than an H145 in many configurations, reflecting its step up in cabin size and fuel capacity, though real‑world range varies strongly with interior fit, fuel options, and reserves. The H175 is designed for longer legs and usually provides the greatest range of the three, particularly in offshore-optimized configurations. Passenger capacity broadly follows size: the H145 commonly carries around 8 to 9 passengers in a typical corporate/transport layout, the AW169 is usually configured for roughly 8 to 10, and the H175 typically accommodates about 12 to 16 passengers in offshore-style seating.

SpecAIRBUS H145AIRBUS H175AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW169
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.31$ 13.53$ 11.84
Min Crew121
Total Seats101812
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersLeonardo
Aircraft NameH145H175AW169
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)352573440
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.93$ 0.75$ 0.99
Max Cabin Seats91810
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)42006797
Standard Cabin Seats81610
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,210$ 2,016$ 1,658
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)130149140
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$10,200,000$17,900,000 $9,450,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew121
Total Seats101812
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats91810
Standard Cabin Seats81610
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelArriel 2EPT6A-67EPW210A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400035004000
Horsepower89417751000
No. of Engines222
Dimensions
Length (ft)44.859.248.1
Overall Height (ft)1317.514.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)36.148.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)166423.8222.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)46.881.949.5