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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Airbus H225 is a large twin‑engine helicopter optimized for offshore, search and rescue, and utility work. Compared with fixed‑wing aircraft, its key advantage is vertical lift and access to confined sites, but its range is shorter, typically on the order of roughly 500–650 nautical miles depending on fit and reserves, and passenger capacity is commonly around 16–19 in transport layouts. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a lighter twin helicopter aimed at law enforcement, EMS, and corporate shuttle roles. It generally carries about 6–8 passengers and has a shorter range, roughly 300–400 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It offers far greater range than the helicopters, about 7,000+ nautical miles, with a typical cabin occupancy around 10–14 passengers (higher maximums in denser layouts). The Pilatus PC‑24 is a versatile light jet positioned between turboprops and large business jets, emphasizing short/rough‑field capability. It typically carries about 6–10 passengers and offers a mid‑range profile, around 1,800–2,000+ nautical miles.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 20.87—$ 3.71
Min Crew241
Total Seats21166
Flight RulesIFR——
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft NameH225G700PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45475002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99—$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats281910
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)11929—6680
Standard Cabin Seats19126
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963—$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew241
Total Seats21166
Max Cabin Seats281910
Standard Cabin Seats19126
Crew Rest—OptionalNo
Jump Seat—YesNo
Galley Location—FWDFWD
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFTFWD
Lavatory——1 Enclosed Flushing
Cargo Door——Yes
Cabin Pressure (psi)——9.3
Galley / Refreshment——Optional Refreshment Center
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)——23500
Engine
FADECYes—Yes
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700FJ44-4A-QPM
Fuel TypeJetFuel——
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition5000
Horsepower2100——
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)684——
Thrust (lbs)—182503435
Flat Rating——ISA + 23
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.952.2
Overall Height (ft)16.325.417.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2——
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547——
Wingspan (ft)—10355.8
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)—8.25.6
Cabin Height (ft)—6.255.1
Cabin Length (ft)—56.923
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—19590
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)——3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)——17