Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Bell 525 Relentless vs Leonardo Aw169 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Sikorsky S 76d
The Airbus Helicopters H160 is a modern medium twin aimed at corporate and offshore missions; it typically carries about 12 passengers in a high-density layout (often fewer in VIP) and offers roughly mid-range legs around 450–500 nm depending on configuration. Bell’s 525 Relentless sits higher in the super‑medium class, generally accommodating about 16 passengers and targeting longer sectors, commonly around 550–600 nm. Leonardo’s AW169 is a lighter intermediate twin; it is usually configured for about 8–10 passengers and has a shorter practical range, often around 400–450 nm. The Leonardo AW189 is a larger medium twin focused on offshore transport; it commonly seats 16–18 passengers and delivers ranges broadly comparable to other offshore mediums, typically around 450–500+ nm depending on tanks and payload. The Sikorsky S‑76D is a classic medium twin used heavily for offshore and executive work; it typically carries about 12 passengers and provides mid-range capability, roughly in the 400–450 nm class. Figures vary with interiors, reserves, and auxiliary fuel.
| Spec | AIRBUS H160 | Bell 525 Relentless | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW169 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 | Sikorsky S-76D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 18 | 12 | 21 | 12 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Bell | Leonardo | Leonardo | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | H160 | 525 Relentless | AW169 | AW189 | S-76D |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 460 | 580 | 440 | 651 | 441 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 10 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3992 | 6675 | — | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 10 | 19 | 10 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Garmin G5000H | EFIS | EFIS | Thales TopDeck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 155 | 160 | 140 | 155 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $14,000,000 | $15,000,000 | $9,450,000 | $2,413,000 | $14,900,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | — | $ 11.84 | $ 15.57 | $ 11.49 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | — | $ 0.99 | $ 0.74 | $ 0.96 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | — | $ 1,658 | $ 2,413 | $ 1,781 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 18 | 12 | 21 | 12 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 10 | 19 | 10 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 10 | 19 | 10 |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Dual-Channel | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HE Arrano | CT7-2F1 | PW210A | CT7-2E1 | PW210S |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 4000 | 4000 | 4000 | 4000 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | 1800 | 1000 | 1983 | 1077 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 641 | — | — | 296 |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 39.4 | 61.58 | 48.1 | 57.8 | 52.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 13.1 | 18.18 | 14.8 | 16.6 | 14.5 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 45.2 | 54.5 | — | 48 | 44 |
| Width (ft) | — | 25.77 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 7.58 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 4.5 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 15.5 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 128 | 49.5 | 85 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 222.5 | 395 | — |