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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Airbus H225 is a large twin‑engine helicopter optimized for vertical lift missions rather than point‑to‑point cruise; it typically carries around 19 passengers, but its practical range is generally a few hundred nautical miles depending heavily on payload, reserves, and mission profile. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, commonly configured for about 9–14 passengers, with a typical range in the roughly 900–1,200 nautical mile class. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for high‑speed intercontinental travel; it usually seats about 10–19 passengers in luxury (with higher maximums possible by configuration) and offers a range around 7,500 nautical miles. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft, typically seating 5–6 passengers, with range on the order of about 1,400 nautical miles. In short, the H225 prioritizes access and lift, the Caravan emphasizes utility and short‑field flexibility, the G700 dominates long‑range speed and comfort, and the M600 SLS targets efficient owner‑flown travel.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 2.19
Min Crew241
Total Seats21166
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstreamPiper
Aircraft NameH225G700M600
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45475001406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats2819
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)119292200
Standard Cabin Seats19124
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew241
Total Seats21165
Max Cabin Seats2819
Standard Cabin Seats19124
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWDMID
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
LavatoryNo
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700PT6A-42A
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition3600
Horsepower2100600
No. of Engines221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684260
Thrust (lbs)18250
Flat RatingISA + 55
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.929.7
Overall Height (ft)16.325.411.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547165
Wingspan (ft)10343.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.24.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.254
Cabin Length (ft)56.912.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19520