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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Airbus H225 is a long‑range twin‑engine helicopter optimized for offshore, SAR, and utility missions rather than point‑to‑point executive flying. It typically carries a larger group depending on interior fit, commonly around 16–19 passengers (and can be configured for more in utility layouts), with practical range roughly in the 450–550 nm class, trading speed and cabin refinement for vertical access and mission flexibility. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin business jet aimed at intercity and intercontinental legs. It seats about 13 passengers in a typical executive configuration (with higher‑density options), and offers around 3,900 nm of range, making it the clear leader here for nonstop long routes and overall cruise efficiency. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a “super versatile” light jet built for access, including short and semi‑prepared runways. It generally seats 6–10 passengers depending on layout, with range around 2,000 nm. It sits between the other two: far more range and speed than the H225, but less range and cabin volume than the Legacy 650E.

SpecAIRBUS H225Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 3.71
Min Crew21
Total Seats216
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersPilatus
Aircraft NameH225PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4542076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats2810
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)119296680
Standard Cabin Seats196
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew21
Total Seats216
Max Cabin Seats2810
Standard Cabin Seats196
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23500
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1FJ44-4A-QPM
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)35005000
Horsepower2100
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)3435
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.452.2
Overall Height (ft)16.317.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547
Wingspan (ft)55.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.6
Cabin Height (ft)5.1
Cabin Length (ft)23
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90