Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66
The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter built for utility and offshore missions. It typically carries around 19 passengers in a high‑density layout and has a practical range on the order of roughly 500–600 nautical miles, trading speed and range for vertical-lift capability and cabin volume. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter aimed at personal, training, and light utility use; it seats about 5 including the pilot and commonly offers roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet optimized for intercontinental travel. It usually seats about 8–19 depending on configuration, with a range around 7,700 nautical miles, far exceeding the others. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a fast twin‑turboprop business aircraft positioned between helicopters and long‑range jets; it typically carries 6–7 passengers (up to about 9 in some layouts) and offers roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles of range, emphasizing speed and efficiency for regional missions.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 9.50 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Bombardier | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | Global 7500 | Avanti EVO |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 7700 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 0.79 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | — | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 4,900 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $75,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 14 | 8 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 7 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 6 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | No |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | 6600 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 24000 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | Passport | PT6A–66B |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | 850 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | — |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 111 | 47.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 27 | 13.1 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 8 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 6.2 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 54.5 | 14.9 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.5 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 35.2 |