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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Airbus H225 and the MD Helicopters 902 Explorer are both helicopters, typically used for missions like offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility work, while the Pilatus PC-24 is a twin‑engine business jet aimed at fast point‑to‑point travel. In range, the PC-24 generally offers the longest legs, commonly around 2,000 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions, far exceeding what most helicopters can do. The H225 is a long‑range heavy helicopter, often around the 450–600 nautical mile class, whereas the lighter 902 Explorer is typically shorter‑legged, roughly a few hundred nautical miles. For passenger capacity, the H225 is the largest, commonly configured for about 19 passengers (and can be arranged for more in high‑density layouts), the 902 Explorer usually carries around 8–10 passengers, and the PC-24 typically seats about 6–10 passengers in executive configurations. Overall, the H225 prioritizes lift and cabin volume, the 902 emphasizes smaller‑crew utility and agility, and the PC-24 prioritizes speed and long range.

SpecAIRBUS H225Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 3.71
Min Crew21
Total Seats216
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersPilatus
Aircraft NameH225PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4542076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats2810
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)119296680
Standard Cabin Seats196
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew21
Total Seats216
Max Cabin Seats2810
Standard Cabin Seats196
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23500
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1FJ44-4A-QPM
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)35005000
Horsepower2100
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)3435
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.452.2
Overall Height (ft)16.317.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547
Wingspan (ft)55.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.6
Cabin Height (ft)5.1
Cabin Length (ft)23
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90