Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are large, twin‑engine helicopters aimed at offshore transport and utility missions; both typically carry around 18–19 passengers in high‑density seating and offer practical ranges on the order of roughly 500–600 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The S-92 is often positioned as the heavy offshore workhorse, while the H225 is comparable in size and mission but varies widely by operator fit. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet, optimized for faster point‑to‑point travel; it typically seats about 7–9 passengers and has a range around 1,800–2,000 nautical miles. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop, generally seating 4–6 passengers plus a pilot, with range commonly around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles. In short, the helicopters trade speed and range for vertical lift and cabin utility, while the jet and TBM prioritize longer range and higher cruise speeds from runways.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Daher TBM 960 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 5.34 | $ 2.25 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 10 | 6 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Cessna Citation | Daher TBM | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | XLS+ | TBM 960 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 1906 | 1730 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 9 | — | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | 7540 | 2908 | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 8 | 4 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 2,303 | $ 744 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 430 | 330 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $15,500,000 | $4,450,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | Turbo Prop | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 10 | 6 | 21 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 9 | — | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 8 | 4 | 19 |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | — |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — | — |
| Jump Seat | — | No | — | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | MID | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | 6.2 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25230 | 14390 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | PW545C | TBM 960 | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 5000 | 3500 | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | 850 | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | — | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — | 760 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 10 | ISA + 49 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 4119 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 52.5 | 35.3 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 17.2 | — | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | 123 | 775 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 56.3 | 42.1 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 5.5 | 4 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 5.7 | 4.1 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 18.5 | 13.4 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.9 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 14.3 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 80 | — | 140 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | — | — |