Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Leonardo Aw109 Grand New vs Leonardo Aw139
In category terms, the Airbus H155 and Leonardo AW109 Grand New are light twins typically used for corporate/VIP shuttle and EMS, while the Airbus H160 is a newer-generation medium twin aimed at premium offshore, corporate, and public service missions. The Airbus H175 and Leonardo AW139 sit in the super‑medium class, optimized for offshore energy transport, SAR, and high‑utilization commercial roles. For range, the H160 generally leads among the medium group with long legs for its class, with the H155 and AW109 offering solid but shorter light‑twin ranges suited to regional hops. The H175 and AW139 deliver long-range capability appropriate for offshore sectors; between those two, typical published figures are broadly comparable, varying by configuration, reserves, and cabin fit. On passenger capacity, the AW109 and H155 usually carry around 6–8 passengers in VIP/utility layouts. The H160 commonly seats about 8–12 depending on mission fit. The H175 and AW139 typically accommodate the largest loads, often around 12–16 passengers in high-density offshore-style seating, again depending on operator configuration and regulatory limits.
| Spec | AIRBUS H155 | AIRBUS H160 | AIRBUS H175 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW109 Grand New | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 11.06 | — | $ 13.53 | $ 7.31 | $ 11.69 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 17 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | VFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Leonardo | Leonardo |
| Aircraft Name | H155 | H160 | H175 | AW109 Grand New | AW139 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 423 | 460 | 573 | 464 | 573 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.74 | — | $ 0.75 | $ 0.91 | $ 0.69 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 15 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 4012 | 3992 | 6797 | — | 4701 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 15 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,593 | — | $ 2,016 | $ 1,140 | $ 1,929 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 144 | 155 | 149 | 156 | 165 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $14,800,000 | $14,000,000 | $17,900,000 | $ 7,800,000 | $15,900,000 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 17 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 15 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 15 |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Arriel 2C2 | HE Arrano | PT6A-67E | PW207C | PT6C-67C |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 4000 | 3500 | 4000 | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 943 | — | 1775 | 735 | 1679 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 332 | — | — | 152 | 414 |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 46.9 | 39.4 | 59.2 | 42.5 | 54.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.3 | 13.1 | 17.5 | 11.5 | 16.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 41.1 | 45.2 | 48.5 | 35.5 | 54.7 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 235.2 | — | 423.8 | — | 282 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 88.3 | — | 81.9 | — | 120 |