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Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Airbus Helicopters H155 is best viewed as a light–intermediate twin for regional missions and shorter offshore or corporate transport. It typically seats around 12 passengers in a high-density layout (often fewer in VIP), and offers a moderate range suited to multi-leg operations rather than long offshore sectors. The Airbus Helicopters H175 steps up into the super-medium class, aimed squarely at offshore oil and gas and longer overwater routes. It generally carries about 16 passengers in typical offshore seating and provides noticeably greater range than the H155, making it more comfortable for extended sectors and higher payload demands. The Sikorsky S-92 is a heavy helicopter designed for high-capacity offshore transport and demanding SAR roles. It commonly accommodates roughly 19 passengers in airline-style seating (configurations vary) and pairs that with long-range capability comparable to, and often operationally favored over, super-medium types on harsher routes, especially where higher lift margins and robust systems are prioritized.

SpecAIRBUS H155AIRBUS H175Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 11.06$ 13.53$ 19.79
Min Crew222
Total Seats141821
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersSikorsky
Aircraft NameH155H175S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)423573439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74$ 0.75$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats121819
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)401267977417
Standard Cabin Seats121619
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,593$ 2,016$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)144149155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$14,800,000$17,900,000 $30,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew222
Total Seats141821
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats121819
Standard Cabin Seats121619
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelArriel 2C2PT6A-67ECT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400035004000
Horsepower94317752520
No. of Engines221
Fuel Capacity (gal)332760
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.959.2
Overall Height (ft)14.317.517.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)41.148.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)235.2423.8775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)88.381.9140