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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Airbus H225 is a long‑range twin‑engine helicopter suited to offshore, search‑and‑rescue, and utility transport rather than high‑speed intercity travel. It typically carries around 16–19 passengers in a transport layout and has an approximate range in the 450–600 nautical mile class depending on configuration. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner based on a narrow‑body jet, optimized for intercontinental executive missions with very high cabin volume. Its range is roughly about 6,000–6,500 nautical miles, and typical VIP seating is often in the 25–50 passenger range (it can be configured for more). The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra‑long‑range business jet aimed at nonstop global city pairs with a quieter, smaller cabin than the BBJ but strong efficiency. It offers about 6,400 nautical miles of range and usually carries 12–16 passengers in executive layouts. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet designed for versatility and short/rough field capability. Its range is roughly about 1,800–2,000 nautical miles, with typical seating around 6–10 passengers.

SpecAIRBUS H225Boeing BBJ MAX 9Dassault Falcon 8XPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 15.74$ 7.66$ 3.71
Min Crew2421
Total Seats2112176
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBoeingDassault FalconPilatus
Aircraft NameH225BBJ MAX 98XPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)454637664502076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 1.97$ 0.64$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats28351610
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1192977120369006680
Standard Cabin Seats198146
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 7,396$ 3,805$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISHoneywellHoneywell Primus EASy IIPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142470516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$107,700,000$ 62,500,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit2232
Min Crew2421
Total Seats2110176
Max Cabin Seats28351610
Standard Cabin Seats198146
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Cabin Pressure (psi)910.29.3
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)240002920023500
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1LEAP-1BPW307DFJ44-4A-QPM
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-ConditionOn-Condition5000
Horsepower2100
No. of Engines2232
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)2800067223435
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4138.480.252.2
Overall Height (ft)16.340.326.117.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)5471695
Wingspan (ft)117.986.355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.67.75.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.242.723
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.76.33.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.629.217
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14090