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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter (rotary‑wing) optimized for offshore, SAR, and utility missions rather than fast point‑to‑point travel. Typical range is on the order of a few hundred nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it generally carries roughly 16–19 passengers in high‑density configurations (often fewer in VIP or missionized layouts). The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin business jet designed for long‑range regional/international trips, offering roughly 3,900 nautical miles of range and typically seating about 13 passengers in a standard executive cabin. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range, large‑cabin flagship business jet focused on nonstop intercontinental missions, with about 7,500 nautical miles of range and typically configured for around 13–19 passengers depending on layout. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop (fixed‑wing) aimed at owner‑operators, with roughly 1,500 nautical miles of range and seating for up to 6 occupants including the pilot (typically 5 passengers).

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 20.87—$ 2.19
Min Crew241
Total Seats21166
Flight RulesIFR—IFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstreamPiper
Aircraft NameH225G700M600
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45475001406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99—$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats2819—
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)11929—2200
Standard Cabin Seats19124
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963—$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew241
Total Seats21165
Max Cabin Seats2819—
Standard Cabin Seats19124
Crew Rest—Optional—
Jump Seat—Yes—
Galley Location—FWDMID
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT—
Lavatory——No
Cabin Pressure (psi)——5.6
Galley / Refreshment——Refreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)——12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——8644
Engine
FADECYes—No
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700PT6A-42A
Fuel TypeJetFuel——
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition3600
Horsepower2100—600
No. of Engines221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684—260
Thrust (lbs)—18250—
Flat Rating——ISA + 55
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.929.7
Overall Height (ft)16.325.411.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2——
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547—165
Wingspan (ft)—10343.2
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor—
Cabin Width (ft)—8.24.1
Cabin Height (ft)—6.254
Cabin Length (ft)—56.912.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—19520