Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92

The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are medium/heavy twin‑engine helicopters built for offshore, SAR, and utility missions, while the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a lighter twin‑engine helicopter aimed at corporate, law enforcement, and EMS roles. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long‑range VIP airliner based on the 737 MAX 9 and sits in an entirely different category: a large business jet/airliner for intercity or intercontinental travel. In range, the BBJ MAX 9 is far ahead, typically capable of roughly 6,000–6,500 nautical miles depending on configuration, enabling nonstop long‑haul flights. The H225 and S-92 are broadly similar, generally around the 500–600 nautical mile class, optimized for regional missions like offshore legs rather than transoceanic travel. The MD 902 Explorer is shorter‑legged, commonly in the ~300–400 nautical mile range. Passenger capacity also separates them: BBJ MAX 9 can be fitted as a VIP cabin but, in high‑density airline form, carries roughly 180–220 passengers. The H225 and S-92 typically carry around 19 passengers, while the MD 902 usually seats about 8–10.