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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bell 525 Relentless vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Airbus H225 and Bell 525 Relentless are large, twin‑engine helicopters aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility missions. The H225 is the heavier, higher‑capacity option, typically carrying roughly 16–19 passengers in transport layouts, with range commonly in the ~450–550 nm class depending on fuel and mission equipment. The Bell 525 is a slightly smaller, newer‑generation super‑medium, usually configured around 12–16 passengers, with range often cited around ~500–560 nm. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a twin‑engine light jet built for flexible operations, including short and semi‑prepared runways, and typically seats 6–10 passengers depending on interior and crew. Its range is in the ~1,900–2,000 nm class, making it a step up from helicopters for point‑to‑point travel. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop for owner‑operators, generally seating about 4–6 passengers, with range around ~1,400–1,500 nm. In short, H225/525 emphasize vertical lift and access, while PC‑24 and M600 prioritize speed and longer stage lengths.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bell 525 RelentlessPilatus PC-24Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 3.71$ 2.19
Min Crew2211
Total Seats211866
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBellPilatusPiper
Aircraft NameH225525 RelentlessPC-24M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45458020761406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.62$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats281610
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)11929667566802200
Standard Cabin Seats191664
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 1,619$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGarmin G5000HPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142160440274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$15,000,000$11,800,000$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2211
Total Seats211865
Max Cabin Seats281610
Standard Cabin Seats191664
Lavatory1 Enclosed FlushingNo
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationFWDMID
Lavatory LocationFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.35.6
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment CenterRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2350012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesDual-ChannelYesNo
ModelMakila 2A1CT7-2F1FJ44-4A-QPMPT6A-42A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500400050003600
Horsepower21001800600
No. of Engines2221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684641260
Flat RatingISA + 23ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)3435
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.461.5852.229.7
Overall Height (ft)16.318.1817.411.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.254.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547165
Width (ft)25.77
Cabin Width (ft)7.585.64.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.55.14
Cabin Length (ft)15.52312.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128
Wingspan (ft)55.843.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)9020