Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bell 525 Relentless vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700
The Airbus H225 and Bell 525 Relentless are large twin‑engine helicopters aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility missions. In category terms they trade speed and cruise altitude for vertical access; typical practical ranges are in the roughly 500–700 nautical mile class depending on payload and reserves. Passenger capacity is generally high for rotorcraft: the H225 is commonly configured around 16–19 passengers, while the Bell 525 is typically around 16. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet designed for short‑to‑medium trips with strong runway flexibility. It offers substantially higher cruise speed than either helicopter and a typical range around 1,900–2,100 nautical miles, with seating commonly for about 7–9 passengers in executive layouts. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range, large‑cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental missions. It sits at the top of this group for range and cabin volume, with published range around 7,500 nautical miles and typical seating around 13–19 passengers, with high‑density layouts possible.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Bell 525 Relentless | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | — | $ 5.34 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 18 | 10 | 16 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Bell | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | 525 Relentless | XLS+ | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 580 | 1906 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | — | $ 0.67 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 16 | 9 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | 6675 | 7540 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 8 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | — | $ 2,303 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Garmin G5000H | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 160 | 430 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $15,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 18 | 10 | 16 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 16 | 9 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 8 | 12 |
| Lavatory | — | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — |
| Crew Rest | — | — | No | Optional |
| Jump Seat | — | — | No | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9.3 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Galley | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 25230 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Dual-Channel | Yes | — |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | CT7-2F1 | PW545C | Pearl 700 |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 4000 | 5000 | On Condition |
| Horsepower | 2100 | 1800 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | 641 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | — | ISA + 10 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | — | 4119 | 18250 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 61.58 | 52.5 | 109.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 18.18 | 17.2 | 25.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | 54.5 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | — | — |
| Width (ft) | — | 25.77 | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 7.58 | 5.5 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 4.5 | 5.7 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 15.5 | 18.5 | 56.9 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 128 | 80 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | — | 56.3 | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | 0.7 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.9 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 14.3 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 10 | 195 |