Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Leonardo Aw109 Grand New vs Leonardo Aw139 vs Leonardo Sh09
The Airbus Helicopters H155 is a medium twin positioned for corporate and offshore missions, typically offering the longest legs among this group with a long-range fit and a cabin sized for roughly 8–12 passengers depending on layout. The Leonardo AW109 GrandNew sits in the light twin category, optimized for speed and VIP/EMS roles, with shorter overall range than the larger medium twins and a typical passenger load around 6–7 (often up to about 8 in high-density arrangements). The Leonardo AW139 is a medium twin aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility work; it generally provides longer range and higher payload than the AW109, and commonly carries about 12–15 passengers in transport configurations. The Leonardo SH09 is a light single intended primarily for training and light utility; it has the shortest range and lowest passenger capacity here, typically around 4–5 seats total (including the pilot), making it best suited to short-haul missions rather than multi-passenger transport.
| Spec | AIRBUS H155 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW109 Grand New | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO SH09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 11.06 | $ 7.31 | $ 11.69 | $4.48 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 8 | 17 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | VFR | IFR | VFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Leonardo | Leonardo | Leonardo |
| Aircraft Name | H155 | AW109 Grand New | AW139 | SH09 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In-Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 423 | 464 | 573 | 430 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.74 | $ 0.91 | $ 0.69 | $0.56 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 15 | 6 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 4012 | — | 4701 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 15 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,593 | $ 1,140 | $ 1,929 | $627 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 144 | 156 | 165 | 140 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $14,800,000 | $ 7,800,000 | $15,900,000 | $3,500,000 |
| Max Passengers | — | — | — | 7 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 8 | 17 | 8 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 15 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 6 | 15 | 6 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Arriel 2C2 | PW207C | PT6C-67C | HTS 900 |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 4000 | 5000 | 5500 |
| Horsepower | 943 | 735 | 1679 | 1020 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 332 | 152 | 414 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 46.9 | 42.5 | 54.7 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.3 | 11.5 | 16.4 | — |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 41.1 | 35.5 | 54.7 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 235.2 | — | 282 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 88.3 | — | 120 | — |