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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piper M600 Sls

The Airbus H225 is a large twin‑engine helicopter designed for offshore and utility missions. It typically carries around 19 passengers (depending on layout) and offers a practical range on the order of roughly 450–550 nautical miles, with the key advantage of vertical takeoff/landing rather than long‑distance cruise efficiency. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a lighter twin‑engine helicopter used for law enforcement, EMS, and corporate transport. It generally seats about 8–10 people and has a shorter range, commonly around 250–350 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet optimized for intercontinental travel. It usually accommodates about 13–19 passengers in typical executive configurations (more at maximum) and has a range around 7,500 nautical miles, making it the clear leader for nonstop long-haul missions. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop in the personal/light business category, typically seating 5–6 passengers, with a range roughly around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles, bridging regional travel at lower cost and complexity than large jets.

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