Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Airbus Helicopters H215 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Airbus H155 is a medium twin typically used for corporate and offshore support; it offers a moderate range (roughly in the 450–550 nm class depending on fit) and generally seats around 12–13 passengers in a high-density cabin, or fewer in VIP layouts. The Airbus H175 is a larger “super-medium” offshore helicopter, optimized for longer legs and heavier payloads; its practical range is usually higher than the H155 (often around the 500–650 nm class with reserves, configuration dependent) and it commonly carries about 16–18 passengers. The Airbus H215 (civil Super Puma family) is a heavy twin aimed at utility and transport missions; it can carry more people than the H155 and is often configured around 19 passengers, with range typically in the mid range for heavies (commonly about 450–550 nm depending on tanks, payload, and reserves). The Sikorsky S-92 is also a heavy twin and a major offshore standard; it generally matches or exceeds the H215 in typical offshore passenger seating (often 19) and tends to offer strong range in the heavy category (often around 500–600+ nm depending on configuration).
| Spec | AIRBUS H155 | AIRBUS H175 | AIRBUS H215 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 11.06 | $ 13.53 | $ 19.07 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 18 | 21 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | H155 | H175 | H215 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 423 | 573 | 468 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.74 | $ 0.75 | $ 0.91 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 18 | 22 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 4012 | 6797 | 8903 | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,593 | $ 2,016 | $ 2,708 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 144 | 149 | 142 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $14,800,000 | $17,900,000 | $27,500,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 18 | 21 | 21 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 18 | 22 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Arriel 2C2 | PT6A-67E | Makila 1A1 | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 3500 | 3000 | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 943 | 1775 | 1820 | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 332 | — | 540 | 760 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 46.9 | 59.2 | 61.4 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.3 | 17.5 | 16.2 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 41.1 | 48.5 | 51.2 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 235.2 | 423.8 | 473.9 | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 88.3 | 81.9 | — | 140 |