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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are twin‑engine heavy helicopters designed for offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility missions. They typically carry around 16–19 passengers in airline-style seating (more in high-density layouts) and have practical ranges on the order of roughly 500–600 nautical miles depending on payload, reserves, and configuration. The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane aimed at owner‑operators and short‑to‑medium business trips. It seats up to about 6 passengers (typically 4–6 in comfort) and offers a range of roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles depending on speed and reserves. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet built for intercontinental travel. It is commonly configured for about 10–19 passengers (with higher-density options) and offers a range around 7,500 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs such as New York to Dubai under typical conditions. In short, the helicopters prioritize vertical lift and offshore access, the TBM 960 prioritizes efficient regional travel, and the G700 prioritizes maximum range and cabin space.

SpecAIRBUS H225Daher TBM 960Gulfstream G700Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2232
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 2.25—$ 19.79
Min Crew2142
Total Seats2161621
Flight RulesIFRIFR—IFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersDaher TBMGulfstreamSikorsky
Aircraft NameH225TBM 960G700S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45417307500439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.56—$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats28—1919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)119292908—7417
Standard Cabin Seats1941219
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 744—$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGarmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142330516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$4,450,000$78,000,000 $30,650,000
Aircraft Type—Turbo Prop——
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2142
Total Seats2161621
Max Cabin Seats28—1919
Standard Cabin Seats1941219
Lavatory—No——
Galley Location—MIDFWD—
Cabin Pressure (psi)—6.2——
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)—14390——
Crew Rest——Optional—
Jump Seat——Yes—
Lavatory Location——FWD / AFT—
Engine
FADECYesYes—Yes
ModelMakila 2A1TBM 960Pearl 700CT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuel——JetFuel
TBO (hrs)35003500On Condition4000
Horsepower2100850—2520
No. of Engines2—21
Fuel Capacity (gal)684——760
Flat Rating—ISA + 49——
Thrust (lbs)——18250—
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.435.3109.9—
Overall Height (ft)16.3—25.417.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2———
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547123—775
Wingspan (ft)—42.1103—
Cabin Width (ft)—48.2—
Cabin Height (ft)—4.16.25—
Cabin Length (ft)—13.456.9—
Aisle Step (ft)——Flat Floor—
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)——195—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)———140