Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piper M600 Sls
The Airbus H225 is a heavy, twin‑engine helicopter optimized for offshore transport and utility missions. Compared with fixed‑wing aircraft, its range is moderate (roughly 400–500 nautical miles, mission‑dependent) but it can carry a relatively large cabin load for a helicopter, typically around 16–19 passengers in transport configurations. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a much smaller twin‑engine helicopter aimed at law‑enforcement, EMS, and corporate shuttle work; its range is shorter (about 300–350 nautical miles) and it usually carries about 6–8 people including crew. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet built for intercontinental travel; it offers the greatest range by far (around 7,700 nautical miles) and typically carries 10–19 passengers depending on layout, with high cruise speeds and pressurized comfort. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal aircraft; it sits below the jet in category, with a range around 1,400–1,600 nautical miles and seating typically up to 6 occupants.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 9.50 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Bombardier | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | Global 7500 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 7700 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | — | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 4,900 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $75,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 5 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 4 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | MID |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 12600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | Passport | PT6A-42A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | 600 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | 260 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 111 | 29.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 27 | 11.3 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | 165 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 8 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 6.2 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 54.5 | 12.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 20 |