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Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Bell 412epi vs Leonardo Aw169

All three are twin‑engine utility helicopters, but they sit in slightly different weight and mission bands. The Airbus Helicopters H145 is a light‑to‑lower‑medium twin optimized for EMS, law enforcement, and short‑to‑mid‑range utility work; in typical passenger layouts it carries about 8–9 passengers (plus crew) and offers roughly a 350–400 nautical mile class range depending on configuration and reserves. The Leonardo AW169 is a “light‑intermediate” twin positioned above the H145 for cabin volume and executive/utility flexibility; it commonly seats about 8–10 passengers, with range generally in the ~400 nautical mile class, again varying with payload, fuel, and mission kit. The Bell 412EPi is a medium twin (Huey family) aimed at heavier utility, offshore support, and public service roles; it typically accommodates around 10–13 passengers and, while ranges vary widely by fit, it is often in a broadly similar mid‑range bracket (roughly ~350–400+ nautical miles) but with more emphasis on lift and robustness than speed or cabin refinement. Actual figures depend strongly on interior, fuel options, and operating conditions.

SpecAIRBUS H145Bell 412EPiAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW169
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.31$ 12.09$ 11.84
Min Crew111
Total Seats101412
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBellLeonardo
Aircraft NameH145412EPiAW169
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)352361440
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.93$ 0.86$ 0.99
Max Cabin Seats91310
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)42004829
Standard Cabin Seats81310
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,210$ 1,487$ 1,658
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBell BasiX-ProEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)130123140
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$10,200,000$ 12,500,000 $9,450,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew111
Total Seats101412
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats91310
Standard Cabin Seats81310
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelArriel 2EPT6T-9PW210A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400040004000
Horsepower89413701000
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (gph)113
Fuel Capacity (gal)330.5
Dimensions
Length (ft)44.852.148.1
Overall Height (ft)1311.514.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)36.146
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)166220222.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)46.82849.5
Width (ft)33