Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Bell 525 Relentless vs Leonardo Aw139 vs Leonardo Aw169 vs Sikorsky S 92
By category, the Airbus H160, Leonardo AW169, and AW139 sit in the intermediate twin-engine class, aimed at corporate, EMS, offshore support, and utility missions with lower operating weight than the heavy segment. The Airbus H175, Bell 525 Relentless, and Sikorsky S‑92 are larger, long-range twins typically positioned for offshore transport and higher-capacity missions, with the S‑92 generally regarded as the most “heavy” and widely proven in that role. On range, the H160, AW169, and AW139 are broadly comparable as medium-range aircraft, suitable for regional point-to-point missions and shorter offshore sectors. The H175 and Bell 525 typically offer longer legs and more fuel/payload flexibility for offshore distances, while the S‑92 is also long-range oriented, often selected where endurance, reserves, and heavy-mission capability are priorities. On passenger capacity, the AW169 and H160 are commonly configured around 8–12 passengers depending on layout, the AW139 often around 10–15, and the H175 and Bell 525 typically in the mid-to-high teens. The S‑92 is generally the highest-capacity option in this group, frequently configured around 16–19 passengers.
| Spec | AIRBUS H160 | AIRBUS H175 | Bell 525 Relentless | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW169 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 12 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Bell | Leonardo | Leonardo | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | H160 | H175 | 525 Relentless | AW139 | AW169 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 460 | 573 | 580 | 573 | 440 | 439 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 10 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3992 | 6797 | 6675 | 4701 | — | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 10 | 19 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | EFIS | Garmin G5000H | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 155 | 149 | 160 | 165 | 140 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $14,000,000 | $17,900,000 | $15,000,000 | $15,900,000 | $9,450,000 | $30,650,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 13.53 | — | $ 11.69 | $ 11.84 | $ 19.79 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.75 | — | $ 0.69 | $ 0.99 | $ 0.94 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 2,016 | — | $ 1,929 | $ 1,658 | $ 3,068 |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 12 | 21 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 10 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 10 | 19 |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Dual-Channel | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HE Arrano | PT6A-67E | CT7-2F1 | PT6C-67C | PW210A | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 3500 | 4000 | 5000 | 4000 | 4000 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | 1775 | 1800 | 1679 | 1000 | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 641 | 414 | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Length (ft) | 39.4 | 59.2 | 61.58 | 54.7 | 48.1 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 13.1 | 17.5 | 18.18 | 16.4 | 14.8 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 45.2 | 48.5 | 54.5 | 54.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 423.8 | — | 282 | 222.5 | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 81.9 | 128 | 120 | 49.5 | 140 |
| Width (ft) | — | — | 25.77 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | — | 7.58 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | — | 4.5 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | — | 15.5 | — | — | — |