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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Airbus H225 is a long‑range twin‑engine helicopter suited to offshore and SAR-style missions. It typically carries around 16–19 passengers (higher in high‑density layouts) and offers a practical range on the order of roughly 400–500 nautical miles, trading speed for vertical lift and access to unimproved sites. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short, rugged strips and cargo/passenger flexibility. It commonly seats 9–14 passengers, with a typical range around 900–1,100 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It generally accommodates about 13–19 passengers in executive configurations (with higher maximums possible) and can reach roughly 7,500 nautical miles, emphasizing high speed, altitude, and cabin comfort. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft positioned between utility turboprops and business jets, usually seating about 6–9 passengers. Its typical range is around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, offering efficient cruise and a relatively fast turboprop profile.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 20.87
Min Crew241
Total Seats21168
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstreamPiaggio
Aircraft NameH225G700Avanti EVO
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45475001530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99
Max Cabin Seats28197
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)119293775
Standard Cabin Seats19126
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000$ 7,695,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew241
Total Seats21168
Max Cabin Seats28197
Standard Cabin Seats19126
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
LavatoryNo
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Galley / RefreshmentNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700PT6A–66B
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition3600
Horsepower2100850
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Thrust (lbs)18250
Flat RatingISA + 28
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.947.3
Overall Height (ft)16.325.413.1
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547
Wingspan (ft)10347.1
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.26.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.255.8
Cabin Length (ft)56.914.9
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19535.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.5