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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Robinson R66

The Airbus H225 and Leonardo AW189 are medium-to-super-medium twin‑engine helicopters aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility roles. The H225 is generally the larger, longer‑range, higher‑payload option, typically carrying around 19 passengers in high‑density seating and offering roughly 450–500 nm class range depending on fit. The AW189 is slightly smaller but still a true multi‑mission platform, commonly configured for about 16–19 passengers with a similar, often slightly lower, roughly 450 nm class range. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter primarily for private, training, and light utility use; it carries up to about 5 people including the pilot and has a much shorter range, roughly 300 nm class. The Bombardier Global 7500 is in a different category altogether: an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for high‑speed intercontinental travel. It typically seats 8–19 passengers depending on layout and offers about 7,700 nm range, far exceeding the helicopters, while operating from airports rather than helipads and ship decks.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bombardier Global 7500AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 9.50$ 15.57
Min Crew221
Total Seats211421
Flight RulesIFR—IFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBombardierLeonardo
Aircraft NameH225Global 7500AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4547700651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.79$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats281919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)11929——
Standard Cabin Seats191219
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 4,900$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$75,000,000$2,413,000
Aircraft Type—Business Jet—
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew221
Total Seats211421
Max Cabin Seats281919
Standard Cabin Seats191219
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
FADECYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1PassportCT7-2E1
Fuel TypeJetFuel—JetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition4000
Horsepower2100—1983
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)684——
Flat Rating—ISA + 15—
Thrust (lbs)—18920—
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.411157.8
Overall Height (ft)16.32716.6
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2—48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547—395
Wingspan (ft)—104—
Cabin Width (ft)—8—
Cabin Height (ft)—6.2—
Cabin Length (ft)—54.5—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)——85