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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Robinson R66

The Airbus H225 is a large, twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility missions; it typically carries around 19 passengers (higher in high‑density layouts) and has a practical range on the order of roughly 500–700 nautical miles depending on fuel, payload, and reserves. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter for private, training, and light utility work; it usually seats 4–5 and offers a range of about 300–350 nautical miles. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet optimized for short‑to‑medium trips; it commonly seats 7–9 passengers and has a range around 1,700–2,100 nautical miles, mission‑dependent. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner‑class business jet with intercontinental capability; passenger capacity varies widely by interior, often a few dozen in VIP configurations (and far more in airline seating), with a typical range roughly 6,000–6,600 nautical miles. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 leads in range and cabin scale, the XLS+ balances speed and flexibility, while the H225 and R66 trade speed for vertical access and hover capability.

SpecAIRBUS H225Boeing BBJ MAX 9Cessna Citation XLS+
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 15.74$ 5.34
Min Crew242
Total Seats211210
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBoeingCessna Citation
Aircraft NameH225BBJ MAX 9XLS+
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45463761906
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 1.97$ 0.67
Max Cabin Seats28359
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)11929771207540
Standard Cabin Seats1988
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 7,396$ 2,303
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISHoneywellRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142470430
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$107,700,000$15,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew242
Total Seats211010
Max Cabin Seats28359
Standard Cabin Seats1988
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400025230
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationAFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1LEAP-1BPW545C
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition5000
Horsepower2100
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)280004119
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4138.452.5
Overall Height (ft)16.340.317.2
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547
Wingspan (ft)117.956.3
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.7
Cabin Width (ft)11.65.5
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.7
Cabin Length (ft)107.218.5
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.614.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148580
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10