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Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Airbus Helicopters H215 vs Bell 525 Relentless vs Sikorsky S 92

In category, the Airbus H160 is a modern medium twin aimed at offshore, EMS, and corporate/VIP missions with strong emphasis on efficiency and low noise. The Airbus H215 and Sikorsky S-92 sit in the heavy twin class for higher-lift offshore transport and utility roles, while the Bell 525 Relentless is a super-medium twin positioned between traditional medium and heavy types, targeting high-speed offshore and executive transport. For range, the H160 and Bell 525 generally lead the group in typical long-range configurations for their class, often offering greater reach than older medium/heavy designs on comparable payloads. The H215’s range is competitive but is typically optimized around robust lifting capability and mission flexibility rather than maximum distance. The S-92 is designed around offshore mission profiles with solid range and reserves, usually competitive with the H215 and often dependent on cabin fit and fuel options. For passenger capacity, the H160 typically carries fewer passengers than the other three, reflecting its medium footprint. The Bell 525 usually carries more than the H160 and can approach lower-end heavy-mission seating. The H215 and S-92 generally offer the highest passenger capacity, commonly configured for larger offshore loads.

SpecAIRBUS H160AIRBUS H215Bell 525 RelentlessSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2222
Total Seats14211821
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersBellSikorsky
Aircraft NameH160H215525 RelentlessS-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)460468580439
Max Cabin Seats12221619
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)3992890366757417
Standard Cabin Seats12191619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFISGarmin G5000HEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)155142160155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$14,000,000$27,500,000$15,000,000 $30,650,000
DOC / nm$ 19.07$ 19.79
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.91$ 0.94
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,708$ 3,068
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2222
Total Seats14211821
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats12221619
Standard Cabin Seats12191619
Engine
FADECYesYesDual-ChannelYes
ModelHE ArranoMakila 1A1CT7-2F1CT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000300040004000
No. of Engines2221
Horsepower182018002520
Fuel Capacity (gal)540641760
Dimensions
Length (ft)39.461.461.58
Overall Height (ft)13.116.218.1817.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)45.251.254.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)473.9775
Width (ft)25.77
Cabin Width (ft)7.58
Cabin Height (ft)4.5
Cabin Length (ft)15.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128140