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Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Bell 412epi vs Leonardo Aw139

The Airbus Helicopters H160 is a modern, medium twin designed around efficiency and low noise, typically positioned as a next‑generation platform for executive transport, offshore, and public services. It generally offers a practical range in the mid‑500 to roughly 600+ nautical mile class (depending on fit and reserves) and is commonly configured for about 8–12 passengers, with higher-density layouts possible for shuttle roles. The Bell 412EPi is a proven, medium twin utility helicopter derived from the 412 family, emphasizing ruggedness, hot‑and‑high performance, and mission flexibility (EMS, SAR, firefighting, utility). Its typical range is broadly similar, often around the 350–450 nautical mile class, and it usually carries about 10–13 passengers depending on interior and mission equipment. The Leonardo AW139 is a larger, heavier medium twin that bridges medium and super‑medium use cases, widely used for offshore and high-tempo EMS/SAR. It commonly posts ranges around 500–700 nautical miles (configuration dependent) and typically seats about 12–15 passengers in transport layouts.

SpecAIRBUS H160Bell 412EPiAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139
Summary
Cockpit222
Min Crew212
Total Seats141417
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBellLeonardo
Aircraft NameH160412EPiAW139
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)460361573
Max Cabin Seats121315
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)399248294701
Standard Cabin Seats121315
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBell BasiX-ProEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)155123165
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$14,000,000$ 12,500,000 $15,900,000
DOC / nm$ 12.09$ 11.69
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.86$ 0.69
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,487$ 1,929
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew212
Total Seats141417
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats121315
Standard Cabin Seats121315
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHE ArranoPT6T-9PT6C-67C
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400040005000
No. of Engines222
Horsepower13701679
Fuel Burn (gph)113
Fuel Capacity (gal)330.5414
Dimensions
Length (ft)39.452.154.7
Overall Height (ft)13.111.516.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)45.24654.7
Width (ft)33
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)220282
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)28120