Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Bell 429wlg Globalranger vs Leonardo Aw169 vs Sikorsky S 76d

The Airbus Helicopters H145 is a light twin in the 3–4 ton class, typically used for EMS and utility missions, with a practical range around 330–360 nautical miles and seating commonly configured for about 8–10 passengers (depending on interior and mission fit). The Bell 429WLG GlobalRanger is also a light twin, generally comparable in mission profile, offering roughly 360–410 nautical miles of range and usually seating 6–7 passengers in a typical executive layout (higher-density layouts are possible). The Leonardo AW169 sits a step up as an “intermediate light”/super-midsize twin, providing more cabin volume, with a typical range around 420–440 nautical miles and passenger capacity often about 8–10. The Sikorsky S-76D is a midsize twin aimed strongly at offshore and corporate transport, with range commonly around 410–440 nautical miles and typical seating for about 8 passengers, emphasizing comfort and payload over short-haul utility density. Actual range and seating vary significantly with fuel, reserves, payload, and interior options.