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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter optimized for vertical lift missions; its practical range is roughly 500–700 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it typically carries about 12–19 passengers in transport layouts. The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a long‑range twin‑turboprop business/utility airplane; it offers about 1,500–2,000 nautical miles of range and commonly seats 6–9 passengers in executive configurations (more in commuter layouts). The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel; it can fly about 7,000+ nautical miles and typically carries around 12–19 passengers, with certification limits higher depending on configuration. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft; its range is about 1,200–1,400 nautical miles and it seats up to 6 occupants including the pilot. Overall, the H225 emphasizes access and lift, the M600 SLS emphasizes simplicity and efficiency, the King Air 360ER balances runway flexibility with range, and the G700 maximizes speed, cabin size, and global reach.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 2.19
Min Crew241
Total Seats21166
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstreamPiper
Aircraft NameH225G700M600
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45475001406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats2819
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)119292200
Standard Cabin Seats19124
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew241
Total Seats21165
Max Cabin Seats2819
Standard Cabin Seats19124
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWDMID
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
LavatoryNo
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700PT6A-42A
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition3600
Horsepower2100600
No. of Engines221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684260
Thrust (lbs)18250
Flat RatingISA + 55
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.929.7
Overall Height (ft)16.325.411.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547165
Wingspan (ft)10343.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.24.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.254
Cabin Length (ft)56.912.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19520