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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bell 525 Relentless vs Gulfstream G700 vs Robinson R66

The Airbus H225 and Bell 525 Relentless are large, long‑range twin‑engine helicopters aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility missions. The H225 typically offers very strong payload and cabin volume with practical ranges often in the mid‑400 nautical mile class (depending on fit and reserves) and seating commonly around 16–19 passengers in transport layouts. The Bell 525 is a newer‑generation super‑medium with a similar mission set, generally targeting comparable range (often roughly 450–500+ nautical miles, configuration dependent) and passenger capacity commonly in the mid‑teens. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range business jet, not a rotorcraft, built for intercontinental travel. It carries typically 10–19 passengers in executive layouts (and can be configured for more), with published range around 7,500 nautical miles, far exceeding the helicopters. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter for private, training, and light utility use. It usually seats 4–5 passengers including the pilot, with range commonly around 300 nautical miles depending on load and reserves.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bell 525 RelentlessGulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit223
DOC / nm$ 20.87
Min Crew224
Total Seats211816
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBellGulfstream
Aircraft NameH225525 RelentlessG700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)4545807500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99
Max Cabin Seats281619
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)119296675
Standard Cabin Seats191612
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGarmin G5000HGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142160516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$15,000,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew224
Total Seats211816
Max Cabin Seats281619
Standard Cabin Seats191612
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYesDual-Channel
ModelMakila 2A1CT7-2F1Pearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)35004000On Condition
Horsepower21001800
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)684641
Thrust (lbs)18250
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.461.58109.9
Overall Height (ft)16.318.1825.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.254.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547
Width (ft)25.77
Cabin Width (ft)7.588.2
Cabin Height (ft)4.56.25
Cabin Length (ft)15.556.9
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128
Wingspan (ft)103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195