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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are heavy, twin‑engine transport helicopters typically used for offshore energy, search and rescue, and government/VIP missions. Both prioritize lift and cabin volume over speed, with typical practical ranges on the order of roughly 450–550 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. Passenger capacity is commonly configured around 16–19 seats, though layouts vary widely by mission equipment and safety requirements. The Robinson R66 is a light, single‑engine helicopter aimed at private, training, and light utility roles. It has a much smaller cabin and payload, carrying about 4 passengers plus a pilot (around 5 seats total), and a shorter typical range, roughly 300–350 nautical miles. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range business jet, not a helicopter, optimized for fast point‑to‑point travel. It offers far greater range than the rotorcraft—about 3,900–4,000 nautical miles—and typically seats around 13 passengers in an executive cabin (with a maximum certification closer to the high teens, depending on configuration).

SpecAIRBUS H225Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 19.79
Min Crew22
Total Seats2121
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersSikorsky
Aircraft NameH225S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)454439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats2819
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)119297417
Standard Cabin Seats1919
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000 $30,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew22
Total Seats2121
Max Cabin Seats2819
Standard Cabin Seats1919
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1CT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)35004000
Horsepower21002520
No. of Engines21
Fuel Capacity (gal)684760
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4
Overall Height (ft)16.317.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547775
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140