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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Sikorsky S 92

The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are twin‑engine heavy helicopters optimized for offshore transport and utility missions rather than long overland cruise. Typical range is roughly 500–600 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and they generally carry about 18–19 passengers in high‑density layouts, with more spacious executive or SAR configurations reducing seats. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet built for intercontinental travel. It offers an ultra‑long range on the order of about 7,000+ nautical miles and typically carries around 13–19 passengers in executive layouts, emphasizing comfort, speed, and nonstop city‑pair capability. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop in the personal/light business category. Its range is roughly 1,000–1,500 nautical miles, and it usually seats up to six occupants, trading cabin size and payload for lower operating complexity and access to shorter runways than large jets. Overall, the helicopters prioritize vertical access and cabin utility at moderate range, the G700 maximizes range and cabin comfort, and the M600 SLS targets efficient regional travel with a small passenger load.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700Piper M600 SLSSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2322
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 2.19$ 19.79
Min Crew2412
Total Seats2116621
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstreamPiperSikorsky
Aircraft NameH225G700M600S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45475001406439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.55$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats281919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)1192922007417
Standard Cabin Seats1912419
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 603$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516274155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000$3,081,400 $30,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2412
Total Seats2116521
Max Cabin Seats281919
Standard Cabin Seats1912419
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWDMID
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
LavatoryNo
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNoYes
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700PT6A-42ACT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition36004000
Horsepower21006002520
No. of Engines2211
Fuel Capacity (gal)684260760
Thrust (lbs)18250
Flat RatingISA + 55
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.929.7
Overall Height (ft)16.325.411.317.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547165775
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
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140