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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Daher Tbm 960

The Airbus H225 is a twin‑engine helicopter, optimized for vertical lift and short‑range missions rather than intercity air travel; typical range is roughly 450–650 nm depending on load and reserves, with passenger capacity commonly around 16–19 in an offshore/transport layout. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a VIP-configured airliner based on the 737 MAX 9, offering true long-range airline performance; range is typically about 3,200–3,600 nm, and capacity varies widely by interior but is often set around 25–50 passengers for executive use (far more in airline seating). The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet built for nonstop intercontinental legs, around 7,700 nm range, usually carrying about 8–19 passengers in high-comfort layouts. The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop in the owner‑pilot/short business trip category; range is about 1,400–1,700 nm and seating is typically 4–6 passengers plus a pilot, trading speed and flexibility for lower operating costs.

SpecAIRBUS H225Boeing BBJ MAX 9Bombardier Global 7500Daher TBM 960
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 15.74$ 9.50$ 2.25
Min Crew2421
Total Seats2112146
Flight RulesIFR——IFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBoeingBombardierDaher TBM
Aircraft NameH225BBJ MAX 9Global 7500TBM 960
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)454637677001730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 1.97$ 0.79$ 0.56
Max Cabin Seats283519—
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)1192977120—2908
Standard Cabin Seats198124
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 7,396$ 4,900$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISHoneywellBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142470516330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$107,700,000$75,000,000$4,450,000
Aircraft Type——Business JetTurbo Prop
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2421
Total Seats2110146
Max Cabin Seats283519—
Standard Cabin Seats198124
Configuration—Green Interior——
Cabin Pressure (psi)—9—6.2
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)—24000—14390
Lavatory——2 Enclosed FlushingNo
Crew Rest——Yes—
Jump Seat——Yes—
Galley Location——FWDMID
Lavatory Location——FWD / AFT—
Galley / Refreshment——Galley—
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——4500—
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1LEAP-1BPassportTBM 960
Fuel TypeJetFuel———
TBO (hrs)3500On-ConditionOn-Condition3500
Horsepower2100——850
No. of Engines222—
Fuel Capacity (gal)684———
Flat Rating—ISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)—2800018920—
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4138.411135.3
Overall Height (ft)16.340.327—
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2———
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547——123
Wingspan (ft)—117.910442.1
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor——
Cabin Width (ft)—11.684
Cabin Height (ft)—7.16.24.1
Cabin Length (ft)—107.254.513.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—10.7——
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)—100.6——
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)—1485——