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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.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700Pilatus PC-24Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit2322
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 3.71$ 2.19
Min Crew2411
Total Seats211666
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstreamPilatusPiper
Aircraft NameH225G700PC-24M600
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)454750020761406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.62$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats281910
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1192966802200
Standard Cabin Seats191264
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 1,619$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516440274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000$11,800,000$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2411
Total Seats211665
Max Cabin Seats281910
Standard Cabin Seats191264
Crew RestOptionalNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Galley LocationFWDFWDMID
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Lavatory1 Enclosed FlushingNo
Cargo DoorYes
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.35.6
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment CenterRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2350012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesYesNo
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700FJ44-4A-QPMPT6A-42A
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition50003600
Horsepower2100600
No. of Engines2221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684260
Thrust (lbs)182503435
Flat RatingISA + 23ISA + 55
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.952.229.7
Overall Height (ft)16.325.417.411.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547165
Wingspan (ft)10355.843.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.25.64.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.255.14
Cabin Length (ft)56.92312.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1959020
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17