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Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Airbus Helicopters H215 vs Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Leonardo Aw139

The Airbus H175 and Leonardo AW139 sit in the medium twin category, while the Airbus H215 and H225 are heavier “super-medium” class twins intended for higher payloads and longer offshore or utility missions. For range, the H225 generally offers the longest typical reach among these, with the H175 close behind depending on configuration, while the AW139 is competitive in medium-class operations but usually trails the larger H215/H225 on maximum mission radius. The H215’s range varies more with weight and role; it can be strong in utility layouts but is often not the outright range leader versus the H225. In passenger capacity, the AW139 and H175 commonly seat around 12–16 passengers in offshore-style arrangements, whereas the H215 and especially the H225 are typically configured for more, often around 16–19, with high-density layouts possible depending on regulations and interior choices. Overall, AW139 and H175 emphasize efficiency in the medium segment, while H215 and H225 prioritize greater lift and cabin volume.

SpecAIRBUS H175AIRBUS H215AIRBUS H225AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 13.53$ 19.07$ 20.87$ 11.69
Min Crew2222
Total Seats18212117
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersLeonardo
Aircraft NameH175H215H225AW139
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)573468454573
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.75$ 0.91$ 0.99$ 0.69
Max Cabin Seats18222815
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)67978903119294701
Standard Cabin Seats16191915
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,016$ 2,708$ 2,963$ 1,929
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFISEFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)149142142165
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$17,900,000$27,500,000$ 29,500,000 $15,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2222
Total Seats18212117
Max Cabin Seats18222815
Standard Cabin Seats16191915
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-67EMakila 1A1Makila 2A1PT6C-67C
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500300035005000
Horsepower1775182021001679
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Capacity (gal)540684414
Dimensions
Length (ft)59.261.463.454.7
Overall Height (ft)17.516.216.316.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)48.551.253.254.7
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)423.8473.9547282
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)81.9120