Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Piper M600 Sls
The Airbus H225 is a long-range, heavy twin‑engine helicopter primarily suited to offshore, search-and-rescue, and utility transport. It typically carries around 16–19 passengers in an airline-style cabin (more in high-density layouts) and has a practical range on the order of roughly 500–700 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range large business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It commonly seats 8–19 passengers depending on cabin layout and offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range, making it the clear leader here for nonstop global missions. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a super‑midsize business jet optimized for shorter to medium business routes. It generally carries about 7–9 passengers (up to around 12 with optional seating) and flies roughly 2,100 nautical miles. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop (personal/corporate). It typically carries 4–6 passengers plus a pilot and has a range around 1,400 nautical miles, trading speed and cabin volume for lower operating costs and simpler infrastructure needs.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | Global 7500 | XLS+ | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 7700 | 1906 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 9 | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | — | 7540 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 516 | 430 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 10 | 5 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 9 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 25230 | 12600 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | Passport | PW545C | PT6A-42A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | 5000 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | — | 600 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — | 260 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | 4119 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 111 | 52.5 | 29.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 27 | 17.2 | 11.3 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | — | 165 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 56.3 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 8 | 5.5 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 6.2 | 5.7 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 54.5 | 18.5 | 12.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | 0.7 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.9 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 14.3 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 80 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 10 | 20 |