Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Enstrom 480b vs Sikorsky S 92
The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are heavy twin‑engine helicopters aimed at offshore transport and search‑and‑rescue; both typically carry about 18–19 passengers in a high‑density layout (more in some configurations) and offer practical ranges on the order of roughly 500–600 nautical miles, depending on payload and reserves. The Enstrom 480B sits at the opposite end of the rotorcraft spectrum: it is a light single‑engine helicopter primarily used for training, utility, and personal transport, generally carrying 4–5 occupants with a much shorter range, roughly around 200–300 nautical miles. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long‑range business jetliner based on the 737 MAX 9; it is in a different category entirely, cruising faster and farther than the helicopters, with range commonly cited around 3,000+ nautical miles (configuration dependent). Passenger capacity varies widely by interior: it can be outfitted for a relatively small VIP group or for a large airline‑style load, far exceeding the helicopters and the Enstrom.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 15.74 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 12 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Boeing | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | BBJ MAX 9 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 6376 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 1.97 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 35 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | 77120 | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 8 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 7,396 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Honeywell | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 470 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $107,700,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 10 | 21 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 35 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 8 | 19 |
| Configuration | — | Green Interior | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | LEAP-1B | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | 760 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 28000 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 138.4 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 40.3 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | 775 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 117.9 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 11.6 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 7.1 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 107.2 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 10.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 100.6 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 1485 | 140 |