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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter focused on vertical lift and offshore or rescue missions rather than long cruise legs; its range is roughly 450–550 nautical miles depending on fit, and it typically carries about 19 passengers (higher in dense seating). The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter aimed at law enforcement, EMS, and utility work; it has a shorter range around 300–400 nautical miles and usually seats 6–8 passengers. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel; it can fly about 7,500 nautical miles and generally accommodates 12–19 passengers in a luxury cabin (with higher-density layouts possible). The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a fast twin‑turboprop business aircraft optimized for efficient regional and transcontinental trips; its range is roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles and it typically seats 6–9 passengers. Overall, the helicopters prioritize point‑to‑point access without runways and carry fewer people over shorter distances, while the fixed‑wing aircraft prioritize speed, altitude, and longer range, with the G700 leading by a wide margin.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 20.87——
Min Crew241
Total Seats21168
Flight RulesIFR—IFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstreamPiaggio
Aircraft NameH225G700Avanti EVO
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45475001530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99——
Max Cabin Seats28197
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)11929—3775
Standard Cabin Seats19126
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963——
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000$ 7,695,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew241
Total Seats21168
Max Cabin Seats28197
Standard Cabin Seats19126
Crew Rest—Optional—
Jump Seat—Yes—
Galley Location—FWD—
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT—
Lavatory——No
Cabin Pressure (psi)——9
Galley / Refreshment——No
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)——24000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——6600
Engine
FADECYes—Yes
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700PT6A–66B
Fuel TypeJetFuel——
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition3600
Horsepower2100—850
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)684——
Thrust (lbs)—18250—
Flat Rating——ISA + 28
Fuel Burn (gph)——100
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.947.3
Overall Height (ft)16.325.413.1
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2——
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547——
Wingspan (ft)—10347.1
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor—
Cabin Width (ft)—8.26.1
Cabin Height (ft)—6.255.8
Cabin Length (ft)—56.914.9
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—19535.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)——3.5