Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin-engine helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and utility work; it typically offers the longest helicopter range in this group (roughly 450–600 nm depending on fit) and commonly carries around 16–19 passengers in high-density seating (more in utility layouts). The Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin designed for similar missions but smaller, with a typical range around 400–500 nm and about 16–19 passengers depending on configuration. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter optimized for corporate, law‑enforcement, and EMS roles; it has the shortest range here (about 300–400 nm) and usually seats about 6–8 passengers. By contrast, the Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range business jet, not a helicopter; it is built for fast intercity and intercontinental travel with a range around 5,900–6,450 nm and typically accommodates about 12–16 passengers in executive cabin layouts.