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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter designed for offshore, search‑and‑rescue, and utility missions. It fits the rotorcraft category, typically carrying around 19 passengers in high‑density seating (fewer in VIP/SAR layouts). Its practical range is roughly 450–550 nautical miles, depending on payload, fuel reserves, and mission profile. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet focused on intercontinental travel at high speed and altitude. In category it is a large-cabin, long‑range jet, usually configured for about 8–19 passengers, with a maximum of roughly 19 in a high‑density layout. Its headline range is about 7,700 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs that are far beyond helicopter capabilities. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) MD 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter with a NOTAR anti‑torque system, aimed at EMS, law enforcement, and corporate shuttle roles. It typically seats 8–10 passengers including crew, and has a range around 300–350 nautical miles.

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