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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66

The Airbus H225 and Robinson R66 are helicopters, while the Piaggio Avanti EVO and Pilatus PC-24 are fixed‑wing aircraft, so their strengths differ sharply. The H225 is a large, long‑range, twin‑engine utility helicopter used for offshore, SAR, and transport; it typically offers roughly 500–700 nm of range and commonly carries about 16–19 passengers depending on layout. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter aimed at private and light commercial use; typical range is around 300–350 nm with about 4–5 seats. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a fast pressurized turboprop for executive travel; it generally ranges about 1,400–1,700 nm and seats about 7–9 passengers. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet designed for versatile operations, including shorter or semi‑prepared runways; typical range is about 1,900–2,000 nm with seating commonly around 6–10 passengers (higher in commuter layouts). Overall, PC‑24 leads on range and jet capability, Avanti EVO emphasizes efficient speed, and the helicopters trade speed and range for vertical access.

SpecAIRBUS H225Piaggio Avanti EVOPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 20.87—$ 3.71
Min Crew211
Total Seats2186
Flight RulesIFRIFR—
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersPiaggioPilatus
Aircraft NameH225Avanti EVOPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)45415302076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99—$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats28710
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1192937756680
Standard Cabin Seats1966
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963—$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142400440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$ 7,695,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew211
Total Seats2186
Max Cabin Seats28710
Standard Cabin Seats1966
Lavatory—No1 Enclosed Flushing
Cabin Pressure (psi)—99.3
Galley / Refreshment—NoOptional Refreshment Center
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)—2400023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—6600—
Crew Rest——No
Jump Seat——No
Cargo Door——Yes
Galley Location——FWD
Lavatory Location——FWD
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1PT6A–66BFJ44-4A-QPM
Fuel TypeJetFuel——
TBO (hrs)350036005000
Horsepower2100850—
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)684——
Flat Rating—ISA + 28ISA + 23
Fuel Burn (gph)—100—
Thrust (lbs)——3435
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.447.352.2
Overall Height (ft)16.313.117.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2——
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547——
Wingspan (ft)—47.155.8
Cabin Width (ft)—6.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)—5.85.1
Cabin Length (ft)—14.923
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—3.53.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—35.290
Aisle Step (ft)——Flat Floor
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)——17