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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Enstrom 480b

The Airbus H225 and Enstrom 480B are helicopters, while the Bombardier Global 7500 and Embraer Legacy 650E are long-range business jets. The H225 is a large, twin‑engine heavy helicopter suited to offshore, SAR, and utility work; its range is roughly 450–500 nautical miles and it typically carries about 16–19 passengers depending on layout. The Enstrom 480B is a small, piston helicopter aimed at light utility and training; its range is about 200–250 nautical miles with seating for up to five. The Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental missions; its range is about 7,700 nautical miles and it generally carries around 8–19 passengers, with 10–14 typical in executive cabins. The Legacy 650E is a large-cabin long‑range business jet; its range is about 3,900–4,000 nautical miles and it typically seats 10–14, with a maximum around 13–14 in most configurations. Overall, the jets dominate range and comfort, while the helicopters trade speed and distance for vertical access and low-speed mission flexibility.

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