Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700
The Airbus H225 is a twin‑engine helicopter optimized for vertical access and utility missions rather than long point‑to‑point jet travel. Its typical range is around 500–700 nautical miles, and it commonly carries about 16–19 passengers in offshore/transport layouts (higher in dense seating). The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large airliner‑derived business jet aimed at long-range, high‑capacity VIP travel. It offers roughly 3,200–3,600 nautical miles of range depending on configuration and carries far more people than purpose‑built business jets, often 25–50+ in VIP layouts (and many more in airline seating). The Dassault Falcon 8X is a purpose‑built ultra‑long‑range business jet, known for efficient long legs and flexible cabin layouts. Its range is about 6,450 nautical miles with a typical passenger load of roughly 12–16. The Gulfstream G700 is a flagship large‑cabin ultra‑long‑range business jet with very high cruise speed and a spacious cabin. Its range is about 7,500 nautical miles and it typically seats around 12–19 in executive configurations.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 15.74 | $ 7.66 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 12 | 17 | 16 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Boeing | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | BBJ MAX 9 | 8X | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 6376 | 6450 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 1.97 | $ 0.64 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | 77120 | 36900 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 8 | 14 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 7,396 | $ 3,805 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Honeywell | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 470 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $107,700,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 10 | 17 | 16 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 8 | 14 | 12 |
| Configuration | — | Green Interior | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | 10.2 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | 29200 | — |
| Lavatory | — | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Crew Rest | — | — | No | Optional |
| Jump Seat | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Galley | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 3900 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | LEAP-1B | PW307D | Pearl 700 |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 28000 | 6722 | 18250 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 138.4 | 80.2 | 109.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 40.3 | 26.1 | 25.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | 1695 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 117.9 | 86.3 | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 11.6 | 7.7 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 7.1 | 6.2 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 107.2 | 42.7 | 56.9 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 10.7 | 6.3 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 100.6 | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 1485 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 | 195 |