AIR.ONE

Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are large, twin‑engine helicopters designed for offshore, search‑and‑rescue, and utility transport; they trade speed and range for vertical lift and point‑to‑point access. Typical passenger loads are roughly 16–19 for an H225 and about 19 for an S‑92 in high‑density seating, with ranges commonly in the 450–550 nautical mile class depending on payload, reserves, and configuration. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet optimized for intercontinental travel, offering by far the longest range of the group at about 7,700 nautical miles and typically carrying around 8–19 passengers depending on cabin layout. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet positioned between the helicopters and the Global 7500 in both mission and capability, with a range around 2,000 nautical miles and typical seating for about 6–10 passengers (up to more in commuter-style layouts). Overall, the Global 7500 leads in range and cabin space, the PC‑24 balances versatility and runway flexibility, and the H225/S‑92 prioritize access to remote or confined sites.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bombardier Global 7500Pilatus PC-24Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 9.50$ 3.71$ 19.79
Min Crew2212
Total Seats2114621
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBombardierPilatusSikorsky
Aircraft NameH225Global 7500PC-24S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45477002076439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.79$ 0.62$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats28191019
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)1192966807417
Standard Cabin Seats1912619
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 4,900$ 1,619$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516440155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$75,000,000$11,800,000 $30,650,000
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2212
Total Seats2114621
Max Cabin Seats28191019
Standard Cabin Seats1912619
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
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1PassportFJ44-4A-QPMCT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition50004000
Horsepower21002520
No. of Engines2221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684760
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)189203435
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.411152.2
Overall Height (ft)16.32717.417.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547775
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
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140