Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Airbus H225 and MD Helicopters 902 Explorer are helicopters, optimized for vertical lift, point-to-point access, and operations into confined areas. The H225 is the larger, long-range heavy helicopter, typically carrying around 16–19 passengers (depending on layout) and offering roughly 450–500 nautical miles of range. The MD 902 is a lighter twin-engine helicopter, usually configured for about 6–8 passengers, with a range commonly around 300–350 nautical miles. The Dassault Falcon 8X and Piaggio Avanti EVO are fixed-wing business aircraft, aimed at fast, high-altitude travel between airports. The Falcon 8X is a long-range, large-cabin tri-jet, generally seating 12–16 passengers in executive layouts, with an intercontinental range of about 6,450 nautical miles. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a turboprop business aircraft emphasizing speed and efficiency, typically carrying 6–9 passengers, with a range around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles. Overall, the 8X leads on range and cabin, the Avanti balances speed and economy, while the H225 prioritizes lift and access, and the MD 902 fits shorter missions with fewer passengers.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | $ 7.66 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 17 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Dassault Falcon | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | 8X | Avanti EVO |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 6450 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | $ 0.64 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 16 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | 36900 | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 14 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | $ 3,805 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 17 | 8 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 16 | 7 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 14 | 6 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | 9 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | No |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | 24000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | 6600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | PW307D | PT6A–66B |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | 850 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 6722 | — |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 80.2 | 47.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 26.1 | 13.1 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | 1695 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 86.3 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 7.7 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 6.2 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 42.7 | 14.9 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | 3.5 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 35.2 |