Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are heavy, twin‑engine helicopters designed for offshore transport and search‑and‑rescue; they trade speed and range for vertical lift and access to small landing zones. Typical range for each is roughly 450–600 nautical miles depending on payload and tanks, with passenger capacity commonly in the high‑teens (about 16–19) in transport layouts. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter aimed at private, utility, and training roles; it carries about 4–5 people including the pilot and has a much shorter typical range, roughly 300 nautical miles. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long‑range business jet based on the 737 MAX 9, built for intercity and transoceanic missions; it offers far greater speed and range than the helicopters, commonly around 3,200–3,600 nautical miles, with a VIP cabin typically configured for a few dozen passengers, though the airframe can seat well over 150 in airline layout. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 leads on range and capacity, while the helicopters lead on point‑to‑point access.
| 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 |