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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Enstrom 480b vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter best suited to offshore and utility missions. It typically carries around 16–19 passengers in a transport layout and offers a practical range on the order of 400–500 nautical miles, trading speed and altitude for vertical lift and hover capability. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop fixed‑wing utility aircraft, commonly configured for 9 passengers (plus pilot), with range often around 800–900 nautical miles depending on load and reserves, emphasizing low operating cost and short/rough‑field access. The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine helicopter, generally carrying 4–5 occupants, with range roughly 300–400 nautical miles, optimized for training, patrol, and light utility rather than high capacity. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a fast twin‑turboprop business aircraft, typically seating 7–9 passengers, with range commonly around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, focusing on speed, cabin comfort, and efficient point‑to‑point travel.

SpecAIRBUS H225Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 20.87
Min Crew21
Total Seats218
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersPiaggio
Aircraft NameH225Avanti EVO
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4541530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99
Max Cabin Seats287
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)119293775
Standard Cabin Seats196
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$ 7,695,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew21
Total Seats218
Max Cabin Seats287
Standard Cabin Seats196
LavatoryNo
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Galley / RefreshmentNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1PT6A–66B
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)35003600
Horsepower2100850
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 28
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.447.3
Overall Height (ft)16.313.1
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547
Wingspan (ft)47.1
Cabin Width (ft)6.1
Cabin Height (ft)5.8
Cabin Length (ft)14.9
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.2