Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S‑92 are heavy, twin‑engine helicopters optimized for vertical lift missions such as offshore transport and SAR, while the Boeing BBJ MAX 9 and Bombardier Global 7500 are long‑range fixed‑wing business jets designed for high‑speed intercity or intercontinental travel. In range, the Global 7500 leads, offering about 7,700 nautical miles, enabling nonstop ultra‑long‑haul routes. The BBJ MAX 9 is also intercontinental, typically around 6,500 nautical miles (configuration dependent). The H225 and S‑92 have far shorter helicopter ranges—roughly 500–600 nautical miles class depending on payload and reserves—suited to regional hops rather than transoceanic trips. For passenger capacity, the BBJ MAX 9 can carry the most overall (often 25–50 in VIP layouts, higher in airline‑style seating), whereas the Global 7500 typically carries about 14–19 in executive configurations. The H225 and S‑92 generally seat around 16–19 passengers in standard transport layouts, trading cabin size for vertical access and hover capability.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 12 | 14 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Boeing | Bombardier | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 6376 | 7700 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 35 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | 77120 | — | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 8 | 12 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 470 | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | Business Jet | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 10 | 14 | 21 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 35 | 19 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 8 | 12 | 19 |
| Configuration | — | Green Interior | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | — | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | — | — |
| Lavatory | — | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Crew Rest | — | — | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | — | — | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | — | FWD | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Galley | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 4500 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | LEAP-1B | Passport | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | On-Condition | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | — | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — | 760 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 28000 | 18920 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 138.4 | 111 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 40.3 | 27 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | — | 775 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 117.9 | 104 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 11.6 | 8 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 7.1 | 6.2 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 107.2 | 54.5 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 10.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 100.6 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 1485 | — | 140 |