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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Airbus H225, Leonardo AW189, and Sikorsky S-92 are long-range, twin‑engine heavy helicopters designed for missions such as offshore transport, search and rescue, and government/VIP use, while the Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet optimized for high‑speed intercontinental travel. In range terms, the Global 7500 is in a different class, typically around 7,700 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs across oceans. The helicopters are far shorter‑legged by comparison: the AW189 is generally around 450–500 nautical miles, the S‑92 roughly 500–600 nautical miles, and the H225 commonly in the 500–650 nautical mile bracket depending on fuel and payload configuration. Passenger capacity also differs by mission fit. The Global 7500 typically seats about 14–19 in executive layouts. The AW189 commonly carries around 16–19 passengers, the S‑92 about 19, and the H225 often around 19 and can be configured for more in high‑density roles. Overall, the jet maximizes range and speed; the helicopters trade range for vertical access and offshore practicality.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bombardier Global 7500AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 9.50$ 15.57$ 19.79
Min Crew2212
Total Seats21142121
Flight RulesIFR—IFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBombardierLeonardoSikorsky
Aircraft NameH225Global 7500AW189S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4547700651439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.79$ 0.74$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats28191919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)11929——7417
Standard Cabin Seats19121919
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 4,900$ 2,413$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)EFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516155155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$75,000,000$2,413,000 $30,650,000
Aircraft Type—Business Jet——
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2212
Total Seats21142121
Max Cabin Seats28191919
Standard Cabin Seats19121919
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
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1PassportCT7-2E1CT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuel—JetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition40004000
Horsepower2100—19832520
No. of Engines2221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684——760
Flat Rating—ISA + 15——
Thrust (lbs)—18920——
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.411157.8—
Overall Height (ft)16.32716.617.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2—48—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547—395775
Wingspan (ft)—104——
Cabin Width (ft)—8——
Cabin Height (ft)—6.2——
Cabin Length (ft)—54.5——
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)——85140