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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Airbus H225 is a heavy, twin‑engine helicopter built for offshore, search‑and‑rescue, and utility missions; it typically carries around 19 passengers and offers a practical range on the order of roughly 450–600 nautical miles depending on fit and reserves. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet focused on high‑speed intercontinental travel; it typically seats about 14–19 in executive layouts (more at maximum density) and can fly roughly 7,700 nautical miles. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter aimed at corporate, law‑enforcement, and EMS roles; it commonly carries about 8–10 people including pilots and has a typical range around 300–400 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter for private and light commercial use; it usually carries up to 5 seats (including the pilot) and has a typical range around 300 nautical miles. Overall, the Global 7500 dominates range, the H225 leads helicopter lift, and the MD 902 and R66 suit shorter, lower‑capacity missions.

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 TypeBusiness Jet
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew22
Total Seats2114
Max Cabin Seats2819
Standard Cabin Seats1912
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1Passport
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition
Horsepower2100
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 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