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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Airbus H225 is a large twin‑engine helicopter optimized for vertical lift missions such as offshore transport and search and rescue. Its practical range is roughly 400–500 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it typically carries about 16–19 passengers in a transport configuration (higher in dense seating). The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It offers a range around 7,700 nautical miles and is usually configured for about 8–19 passengers, prioritizing cabin comfort and multiple living zones over maximum seat count. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet positioned for flexibility, including operations from shorter or less‑prepared runways than most jets in its class. Its range is about 2,000 nautical miles, and it commonly seats 6–10 passengers (with higher‑density layouts possible). Overall, the H225 trades speed and distance for vertical access, the Global 7500 maximizes range and cabin space, and the PC‑24 balances moderate range with rugged-field versatility.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bombardier Global 7500Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 9.50$ 3.71
Min Crew221
Total Seats21146
Flight RulesIFR——
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBombardierPilatus
Aircraft NameH225Global 7500PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45477002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.79$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats281910
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)11929—6680
Standard Cabin Seats19126
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 4,900$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$75,000,000$11,800,000
Aircraft Type—Business Jet—
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew221
Total Seats21146
Max Cabin Seats281910
Standard Cabin Seats19126
Lavatory—2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew Rest—YesNo
Jump Seat—YesNo
Galley Location—FWDFWD
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFTFWD
Galley / Refreshment—GalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—4500—
Cargo Door——Yes
Cabin Pressure (psi)——9.3
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)——23500
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1PassportFJ44-4A-QPM
Fuel TypeJetFuel——
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition5000
Horsepower2100——
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)684——
Flat Rating—ISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)—189203435
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.411152.2
Overall Height (ft)16.32717.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2——
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547——
Wingspan (ft)—10455.8
Cabin Width (ft)—85.6
Cabin Height (ft)—6.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)—54.523
Aisle Step (ft)——Flat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)——3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)——17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)——90