Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Airbus H225 and the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer are twin‑engine helicopters, typically used for offshore transport, EMS, and utility roles. Both trade speed and long-haul efficiency for vertical takeoff/landing access. The H225 is the longer‑range, higher‑payload option, commonly flying roughly 450–650 nautical miles and carrying about 16–19 passengers in transport layouts. The 902 Explorer is smaller and more city‑friendly, generally closer to about 300–400 nautical miles of range with seating often around 7–9 passengers depending on configuration. The Dassault Falcon 8X and Gulfstream G700 are long‑range business jets built for intercontinental missions, with far higher cruise speeds and cabin comfort than either helicopter. The Falcon 8X typically offers about 6,450 nautical miles of range and is usually arranged for roughly 12–16 passengers. The Gulfstream G700 is larger and longer‑legged, commonly around 7,500 nautical miles, with typical seating about 13–19 passengers. In practice, helicopters win on access and point-to-point flexibility; the jets win on range, speed, and cabin capability.