AIR.ONE

Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Piper M600 Sls

The Airbus H225 is a large twin‑engine helicopter (rotorcraft) designed for offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility missions rather than long‑distance point‑to‑point air travel. It typically carries roughly 16–24 passengers depending on configuration, with range generally in the ~400–500 nm class (higher with auxiliary tanks), trading speed and range for vertical‑lift capability. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet optimized for intercontinental trips. It offers about 7,700 nm range and commonly seats 8–19 passengers, emphasizing highest cruise speed, global reach, and a spacious multi‑zone cabin. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range large‑cabin business jet positioned below the Global 7500. Its range is about 3,900–4,000 nm with typical seating around 10–13 (up to ~19 in high‑density layouts), balancing cabin comfort with lower acquisition and operating costs. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop, best for shorter regional missions. It typically seats 5–6 passengers with range around 1,400–1,650 nm, prioritizing simplicity, efficiency, and access to smaller airports.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bombardier Global 7500Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 9.50$ 2.19
Min Crew221
Total Seats21146
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBombardierPiper
Aircraft NameH225Global 7500M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45477001406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.79$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats2819
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)119292200
Standard Cabin Seats19124
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 4,900$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$75,000,000$3,081,400
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew221
Total Seats21145
Max Cabin Seats2819
Standard Cabin Seats19124
Lavatory2 Enclosed FlushingNo
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWDMID
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)45008644
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Engine
FADECYesYesNo
ModelMakila 2A1PassportPT6A-42A
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition3600
Horsepower2100600
No. of Engines221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684260
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)18920
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.411129.7
Overall Height (ft)16.32711.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547165
Wingspan (ft)10443.2
Cabin Width (ft)84.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.24
Cabin Length (ft)54.512.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20