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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700

The Airbus H225 is a twin‑engine helicopter rather than a fixed‑wing business jet, typically used for offshore, SAR, and utility missions. Its practical range is roughly a few hundred nautical miles (around 500–700 nm depending on fit and reserves) and it commonly carries around 19 passengers in high‑density seating (fewer in VIP layouts). The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet suited to regional and transcontinental missions, with about 2,000 nm of range and usually 7–9 passengers in typical executive configuration. The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin jet, generally offering about 6,450 nm of range and carrying roughly 12–16 passengers depending on layout. The Gulfstream G700 sits at the top end of large‑cabin, ultra‑long‑range business jets, with about 7,500 nm of range and typical seating around 13–19 passengers, emphasizing spacious multi‑zone cabins. Overall, the H225 prioritizes vertical lift and mission utility, the XLS+ targets efficient midsize jet travel, and the 8X and G700 dominate long‑haul range and cabin comfort, with the G700 generally leading on range and cabin volume.

SpecAIRBUS H225Cessna Citation XLS+Dassault Falcon 8XGulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit2223
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 5.34$ 7.66
Min Crew2224
Total Seats21101716
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersCessna CitationDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft NameH225XLS+8XG700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)454190664507500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.67$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats2891619
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)11929754036900
Standard Cabin Seats1981412
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 2,303$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142430516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$15,500,000$ 62,500,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit2232
Min Crew2224
Total Seats21101716
Max Cabin Seats2891619
Standard Cabin Seats1981412
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNoNoOptional
Jump SeatNoYesYes
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.310.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523029200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1PW545CPW307DPearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)35005000On-ConditionOn Condition
Horsepower2100
No. of Engines2232
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)4119672218250
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.452.580.2109.9
Overall Height (ft)16.317.226.125.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)5471695
Wingspan (ft)56.386.3103
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.57.78.2
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)18.542.756.9
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.96.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.329.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10140195