Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Embraer Legacy 650 E
The Airbus H225 is a twin‑engine helicopter rather than a fixed‑wing business jet, so it fits a different category focused on vertical lift, offshore and utility missions, and short to medium point‑to‑point hops. It typically carries around 16–19 passengers depending on configuration, with a practical range on the order of roughly 500–600 nautical miles (more with auxiliary tanks and reserves assumptions). The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It offers the longest range of the group at about 7,700 nautical miles and is usually configured for about 14–19 passengers. The Dassault Falcon 8X is also an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin trijet, emphasizing efficiency and airport flexibility. Its range is about 6,450 nautical miles, with typical seating around 12–16 passengers (higher-density layouts possible). The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range (not ultra‑long‑range) large‑cabin business jet, generally offering about 3,900 nautical miles of range and typically seating around 13 passengers, with maximum configurations higher.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 8X |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 17 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | Global 7500 | 8X |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 7700 | 6450 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 16 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | — | 36900 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 14 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $75,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 17 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 16 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 14 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | 3900 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 10.2 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 29200 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | Passport | PW307D |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | 6722 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 111 | 80.2 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 27 | 26.1 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | 1695 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 86.3 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 8 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 6.2 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 54.5 | 42.7 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 29.2 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 |