Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Airbus H225 is a large twin‑engine helicopter, typically used for offshore, SAR, and utility missions. Its practical range is shorter than the jets, roughly in the 400–500 nautical mile class depending on payload and reserves, and it generally carries about 16–19 passengers in transport layouts. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, with a range around 7,700 nautical miles and typical seating for about 14–19 passengers, with maximum configurations higher. The Dassault Falcon 8X is also an ultra‑long‑range trijet, slightly shorter‑legged than the Global 7500 at about 6,450 nautical miles, and commonly seats about 12–16 passengers in executive cabins. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a fast turboprop business aircraft aimed at shorter regional missions; its range is roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles and it typically seats about 6–9 passengers.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 17 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | Global 7500 | 8X | Avanti EVO |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 7700 | 6450 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 16 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | — | 36900 | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 516 | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $75,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 17 | 8 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 16 | 7 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley | No |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | 3900 | 6600 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 10.2 | 9 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 29200 | 24000 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | Passport | PW307D | PT6A–66B |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | — | 850 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | 6722 | — |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 111 | 80.2 | 47.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 27 | 26.1 | 13.1 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | 1695 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 86.3 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 8 | 7.7 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 6.2 | 6.2 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 54.5 | 42.7 | 14.9 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 6.3 | 3.5 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 | 35.2 |