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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Enstrom 480b

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility missions. Its typical range is roughly 500–700 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it commonly carries about 16–19 passengers in an offshore configuration (with higher seating possible in denser layouts). The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel at high speed and altitude. It offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range and typically seats 8–19 passengers depending on cabin layout, prioritizing comfort, workspaces, and baggage volume rather than maximum seat count. The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine piston helicopter used for training, patrol, and light utility roles. Its range is generally around 250–350 nautical miles, and passenger capacity is usually up to five including the pilot. Overall, the Global 7500 dominates range and cruise efficiency for point‑to‑point travel, the H225 carries more people than the 480B while retaining helicopter vertical‑lift flexibility, and the 480B is the smallest, shortest‑range, and most cost‑oriented option.

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 Type—Business Jet
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew22
Total Seats2114
Max Cabin Seats2819
Standard Cabin Seats1912
Lavatory—2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew Rest—Yes
Jump Seat—Yes
Galley Location—FWD
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT
Galley / Refreshment—Galley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—4500
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1Passport
Fuel TypeJetFuel—
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition
Horsepower2100—
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)684—
Flat Rating—ISA + 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