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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66

The Airbus H225 and Robinson R66 are helicopters, while the Bombardier Global 7500 and Pilatus PC-24 are fixed‑wing business jets. The H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter built for offshore transport, SAR, and utility missions; it typically carries around 19 passengers in high‑density layouts (fewer in VIP) and has an approximate range on the order of 450–500 nautical miles, depending on configuration. The R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter aimed at private and light utility use; it generally seats 4–5 and ranges roughly 300–350 nautical miles. Among the jets, the Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet, typically configured for about 8–19 passengers and capable of roughly 7,700 nautical miles. The PC‑24 is a light jet designed for versatility, including operation from shorter or rougher runways; it typically seats about 6–10 passengers (higher-density options exist) with a range around 2,000 nautical miles. Overall, the Global 7500 leads in range and cabin size, the PC‑24 emphasizes access and flexibility, and the helicopters trade speed and range for vertical lift and point-to-point access.

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)119296680
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 TypeBusiness Jet
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew221
Total Seats21146
Max Cabin Seats281910
Standard Cabin Seats19126
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYesNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Cargo DoorYes
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 RatingISA + 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