Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Airbus H225 is a heavy, long-range helicopter rather than a fixed-wing business jet. It typically carries around 19 passengers (high-density seating) and has a practical range on the order of roughly 450–650 nautical miles depending on load, fuel reserves, and mission profile, making it well-suited to offshore, search and rescue, and utility transport where vertical lift matters more than speed or intercontinental reach. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range, large-cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range and is usually configured for roughly 8–19 passengers, emphasizing long nonstop missions and high comfort. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin, long-range business jet in a lower range class than the Global 7500. It typically seats about 10–14 passengers and reaches around 3,900 nautical miles, fitting transcontinental and some transoceanic missions with a spacious cabin. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet optimized for versatility, including operations from shorter or less-developed runways. It generally carries about 6–10 passengers with a range around 2,000 nautical miles, prioritizing access and flexibility over maximum range.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 9.50 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Bombardier | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | Global 7500 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 7700 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 4,900 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $75,000,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 10 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 6 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 23500 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | Passport | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | 3435 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 111 | 52.2 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 27 | 17.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 8 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 6.2 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 54.5 | 23 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 90 |