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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter optimized for offshore and SAR missions; it typically carries about 19 passengers and has a practical range around 450–600 nautical miles depending on fit and reserves. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter aimed at EMS, law enforcement, and utility work; it generally seats 6–8 and flies roughly 300–400 nautical miles. The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop fixed‑wing aircraft designed for long‑endurance special missions and efficient regional travel; passenger seating varies by interior, but it’s commonly configured for about 6–9, with range on the order of ~1,500–2,000+ nautical miles depending on payload and mission equipment. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet focused on high‑speed intercontinental travel and cabin comfort; it typically accommodates about 13–19 passengers and offers roughly 7,000–7,500 nautical miles of range. Overall, the helicopters trade speed and range for vertical access and hover capability, while the King Air bridges regional efficiency and versatility, and the G700 dominates on speed, altitude, and global reach.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 20.87
Min Crew24
Total Seats2116
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstream
Aircraft NameH225G700
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)4547500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99
Max Cabin Seats2819
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)11929
Standard Cabin Seats1912
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew24
Total Seats2116
Max Cabin Seats2819
Standard Cabin Seats1912
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYes
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition
Horsepower2100
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Thrust (lbs)18250
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.9
Overall Height (ft)16.325.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547
Wingspan (ft)103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.25
Cabin Length (ft)56.9
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195