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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Dassault Falcon 8x

The Airbus H225 is a large twin‑engine helicopter suited to offshore, SAR, and utility missions rather than long‑haul point‑to‑point travel. Its range is roughly 500–650 nautical miles depending on fit and reserves, and it typically carries about 19 passengers (up to around two dozen in high‑density layouts). The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a VIP airliner based on the 737 MAX 9, positioned for intercontinental government or corporate transport with airline reliability. In executive configuration it commonly carries a few dozen passengers in high comfort, though it can be arranged for far more if density is prioritized. Its range is about 6,200 nautical miles with auxiliary tanks, enabling long nonstop sectors. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a purpose‑built ultra‑long‑range business jet optimized for flexibility and access to smaller airports. It typically seats 12–16 passengers in a luxury layout, with a range around 6,450 nautical miles, often edging the BBJ MAX 9 while carrying fewer people and requiring less infrastructure than an airliner.

SpecAIRBUS H225Boeing BBJ MAX 9Dassault Falcon 8X
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 15.74$ 7.66
Min Crew242
Total Seats211217
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBoeingDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameH225BBJ MAX 98X
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45463766450
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 1.97$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats283516
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)119297712036900
Standard Cabin Seats19814
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 7,396$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISHoneywellHoneywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142470516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$107,700,000$ 62,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit223
Min Crew242
Total Seats211017
Max Cabin Seats283516
Standard Cabin Seats19814
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Cabin Pressure (psi)910.2
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400029200
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1LEAP-1BPW307D
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-ConditionOn-Condition
Horsepower2100
No. of Engines223
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)280006722
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4138.480.2
Overall Height (ft)16.340.326.1
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)5471695
Wingspan (ft)117.986.3
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.67.7
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.2
Cabin Length (ft)107.242.7
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.76.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.629.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140