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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are twin‑engine heavy helicopters designed for missions such as offshore transport and search-and-rescue, while the Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet built for high‑speed intercontinental travel. In range, the Global 7500 is in a different class, typically flying about 7,700 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs that helicopters cannot match. The H225 and S-92 generally offer ranges in the few‑hundred‑nautical‑mile class (often roughly 500–600 nm depending on configuration, reserves, and payload), suited to regional overwater or onshore legs rather than transoceanic routes. Passenger capacity also reflects their roles: the Global 7500 usually carries a smaller executive load, commonly around 8–19 passengers depending on cabin layout, prioritizing comfort and workspaces. The H225 and S-92 can be configured for higher-density seating, often around 16–19 passengers for typical offshore or transport setups, with the ability to trade seats for equipment, stretchers, or additional fuel as required.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bombardier Global 7500Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 9.50$ 19.79
Min Crew222
Total Seats211421
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBombardierSikorsky
Aircraft NameH225Global 7500S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4547700439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.79$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats281919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)119297417
Standard Cabin Seats191219
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 4,900$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$75,000,000 $30,650,000
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew222
Total Seats211421
Max Cabin Seats281919
Standard Cabin Seats191219
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1PassportCT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition4000
Horsepower21002520
No. of Engines221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684760
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)18920
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4111
Overall Height (ft)16.32717.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547775
Wingspan (ft)104
Cabin Width (ft)8
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140