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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Airbus H225 and Sikorsky S-92 are large twin‑engine helicopters designed for offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility missions, while the Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range large‑cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental travel at high speed and altitude. In range, the G700 is in a different class, capable of roughly 7,500 nautical miles depending on configuration and conditions, enabling nonstop city pairs that helicopters cannot approach. The H225 and S-92 typically operate in the few‑hundred‑nautical‑mile class for practical missions (often around 500–600 nm, varying with payload, reserves, and cabin fit), with the H225 generally viewed as slightly longer‑legged on many offshore profiles, though mission equipment can change the picture. For passenger capacity, the G700 commonly seats around 13–19 in executive layouts (with higher-density options possible), whereas the H225 and S-92 can be configured for substantially more people in transport roles, often around 19 passengers and up to the mid‑20s in high‑density seating depending on certification and interior.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 19.79
Min Crew242
Total Seats211621
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstreamSikorsky
Aircraft NameH225G700S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4547500439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats281919
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)119297417
Standard Cabin Seats191219
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000 $30,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew242
Total Seats211621
Max Cabin Seats281919
Standard Cabin Seats191219
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700CT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition4000
Horsepower21002520
No. of Engines221
Fuel Capacity (gal)684760
Thrust (lbs)18250
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.9
Overall Height (ft)16.325.417.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547775
Wingspan (ft)103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.25
Cabin Length (ft)56.9
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140