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Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Leonardo Aw109 Trekker vs Leonardo Aw119kx

The Airbus Helicopters H145 is typically positioned as a light twin, multi-mission helicopter optimized for utility and EMS-style roles, offering a medium class range and a comparatively higher passenger capacity for its segment, commonly accommodating around 8 to 10 passengers depending on configuration. The Leonardo AW109 Trekker is also a light twin, but it is often framed as a fast, versatile platform with a moderate range similar to other light twins and a typical passenger capacity in the same general bracket, commonly about 6 to 8 passengers depending on interior and mission fit. The Leonardo AW119Kx differs by being a single-engine light helicopter, usually chosen for cost efficiency, training, and utility work; it can still carry a useful load and is often configured for about 6 to 7 passengers, but its mission profile and redundancy differ from the twin-engine H145 and AW109. In broad terms, H145 and AW109 Trekker emphasize twin-engine capability and flexible cabins, while the AW119Kx trades twin-engine redundancy for simpler operation and typically lower operating cost.

SpecAIRBUS H145AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW109 TrekkerAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW119Kx
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.31$ 7.40$ 6.76
Min Crew111
Total Seats1088
Flight RulesIFRVFRVFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersLeonardoLeonardo
Aircraft NameH145AW109 TrekkerAW119Kx
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)352450515
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.93$ 0.93$ 0.84
Max Cabin Seats966
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)4200
Standard Cabin Seats866
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,210$ 1,125$ 885
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGenesys AerosystemsGarmin G1000H
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)130152131
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$10,200,000 $6,950,000 $3,850,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew111
Total Seats1088
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats966
Standard Cabin Seats866
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelArriel 2EPW207CPT6B-37A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400040004500
Horsepower894735917
No. of Engines221
Fuel Capacity (gal)152160
Dimensions
Length (ft)44.842.542.5
Overall Height (ft)1311.511.9
Rotor Diameter (ft)36.135.535.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)166
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)46.8