Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Airbus H225 is a twin‑engine helicopter suited to offshore, SAR, and utility missions where vertical lift matters more than speed. It typically offers a practical range on the order of roughly 450–700 nautical miles depending on load and reserves, and it can carry about 16–19 passengers in standard transport configurations (with higher seat counts possible in high‑density layouts). The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a pressurized twin‑turboprop business aircraft optimized for efficient, high‑subsonic cruise. It generally reaches around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles and is usually configured for 6–9 passengers, emphasizing cabin comfort and operating economy. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a twin‑jet light business aircraft designed for versatility, including operation from shorter and semi‑prepared runways. Its typical range is about 1,800–2,000 nautical miles, and it commonly seats 6–10 passengers (with maximum layouts higher). Overall, the H225 leads on access to remote/vertical locations and passenger lift, while the Avanti EVO and PC‑24 lead on point‑to‑point range and speed, with the PC‑24 adding the most runway flexibility among fixed‑wings.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | — | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 8 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | — |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Piaggio | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | Avanti EVO | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 1530 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | — | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | 3775 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 6 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | — | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 400 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 8 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 7 | 10 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 6 | 6 |
| Lavatory | — | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 6600 | — |
| Crew Rest | — | — | No |
| Jump Seat | — | — | No |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | — | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | FWD |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | PT6A–66B | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 3600 | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | 850 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 28 | ISA + 23 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | — | 3435 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 47.3 | 52.2 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 13.1 | 17.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 47.1 | 55.8 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 6.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 5.8 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 14.9 | 23 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 35.2 | 90 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 17 |