Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Airbus H225 is a large twin‑engine helicopter focused on vertical access and heavy-lift utility rather than fast point‑to‑point travel; its practical range is roughly 500–700 nautical miles depending on payload, and it can carry around 19 passengers in a high‑density configuration (often fewer in VIP/offshore layouts). The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental missions, offering about 7,500 nautical miles of range and typically seating 12–19 passengers in a luxury cabin. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light “super versatile” business jet optimized for shorter runways and mixed missions; its range is about 2,000 nautical miles and it commonly seats 6–10 passengers (with higher-density options). The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop positioned for owner‑operators and regional trips, with roughly 1,400 nautical miles of range and typical seating for 4–6 passengers. Overall, the G700 leads on range and cabin size, the H225 leads on access to places without runways, the PC‑24 balances speed with runway flexibility, and the M600 emphasizes efficiency and simplicity.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Gulfstream G700 | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | — | $ 3.71 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 16 | 6 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Gulfstream | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | G700 | PC-24 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 7500 | 2076 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | — | $ 0.62 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 10 | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | — | 6680 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | — | $ 1,619 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 516 | 440 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $11,800,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 16 | 6 | 5 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | 10 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 6 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | — | Optional | No | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD | — |
| Lavatory | — | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Optional Refreshment Center | Refreshment Centre |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 23500 | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes | No |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | Pearl 700 | FJ44-4A-QPM | PT6A-42A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On Condition | 5000 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | — | 600 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — | 260 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18250 | 3435 | — |
| Flat Rating | — | — | ISA + 23 | ISA + 55 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 109.9 | 52.2 | 29.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 25.4 | 17.4 | 11.3 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | — | 165 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 103 | 55.8 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 8.2 | 5.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 6.25 | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 56.9 | 23 | 12.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | 90 | 20 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 17 | — |