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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex

The Airbus H225 is a long‑range, heavy twin‑engine helicopter built for offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility missions rather than point‑to‑point airline-style travel. Its typical range is on the order of about 450–500 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, and it generally carries roughly 19 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible for mission roles). The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel at high speed and altitude. It can fly about 7,700 nautical miles and is usually configured for around 8–19 passengers in a luxury cabin, prioritizing comfort and nonstop range. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short/rough fields, regional hopping, and cargo/passenger flexibility. Its range is typically around 900–1,000 nautical miles (payload and conditions dependent), and it commonly seats about 9–14 passengers, with many operations using 9 seats for regulatory and comfort reasons.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bombardier Global 7500
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 9.50
Min Crew22
Total Seats2114
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBombardier
Aircraft NameH225Global 7500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4547700
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.79
Max Cabin Seats2819
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)11929
Standard Cabin Seats1912
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 4,900
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$75,000,000
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew22
Total Seats2114
Max Cabin Seats2819
Standard Cabin Seats1912
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1Passport
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition
Horsepower2100
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)18920
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4111
Overall Height (ft)16.327
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547
Wingspan (ft)104
Cabin Width (ft)8
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)54.5