Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piper M600 Sls

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter typically used for offshore, SAR, and utility missions. It carries the most people of the group, commonly around 16–19 passengers in a high‑density layout (or fewer with mission equipment), with a practical range on the order of roughly 450–700 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter aimed at corporate, police, and EMS roles, usually seating about 6–8 people, with a shorter typical range around 300–400 nautical miles. The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprop airplanes in the personal/business category. Both generally seat up to 6 occupants, cruise much faster than the helicopters, and offer longer cross‑country capability. The TBM 960 is the longer‑range of the two, often around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles, while the M600 SLS is typically around 1,200–1,500 nautical miles. Overall, the helicopters trade speed and range for vertical‑lift access and mission flexibility, while the turboprops prioritize efficient point‑to‑point travel.