Bell 412epi vs Leonardo Aw139 vs Leonardo Aw169 vs Md Helicopters Md 902 Exlplorer vs Robinson Helicopters R66 vs Sikorsky S 76d
The Bell 412EPi is a medium twin best suited to utility and SAR-style missions, typically carrying about 10–13 passengers with a practical range around 350–400 nm depending on fit. The Leonardo AW139 is a larger medium twin with higher cruise and payload, commonly configured for 12–15 passengers and offering roughly 500–600 nm class range. The Leonardo AW169 sits between light and medium twins, often arranged for about 8–10 passengers, with a typical range in the 400–450 nm band. The MD Helicopters MD 902 Explorer is a light twin known for its NOTAR anti-torque system, generally seating around 7–8 passengers with an approximate 300–350 nm range. The Robinson R66 is a light single, usually carrying 4 passengers plus a pilot, with range commonly around 300–350 nm. The Sikorsky S-76D is a medium twin optimized for offshore/VIP operations, typically accommodating about 8–12 passengers and delivering approximately 400–450 nm range, depending on reserves and cabin layout.
| Spec | Bell 412EPi | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW169 | MD Helicopters MD 902 Exlplorer | ROBINSON R66 | Sikorsky S-76D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 12.09 | $ 11.69 | $ 11.84 | $ 7.54 | $ 3.49 | $ 11.49 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 12 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | VFR | VFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Leonardo | Leonardo | MD Helicotpers | Robinson Helicopters | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | 412EPi | AW139 | AW169 | MD 902 Exlplorer | R66 | S-76D |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 361 | 573 | 440 | 317 | 350 | 441 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.86 | $ 0.69 | $ 0.99 | $ 0.94 | $ 0.70 | $ 0.96 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 13 | 15 | 10 | 6 | — | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 4829 | 4701 | — | 3125 | 1355 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 13 | 15 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,487 | $ 1,929 | $ 1,658 | $ 988 | $ 384 | $ 1,781 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bell BasiX-Pro | EFIS | EFIS | Garmin G500H | Gyro / Analog | Thales TopDeck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 123 | 165 | 140 | 131 | 110 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 12,500,000 | $15,900,000 | $9,450,000 | $7,250,000 | $ 920,000 | $14,900,000 |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 13 | 15 | 10 | 6 | — | 10 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 13 | 15 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 10 |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Model | PT6T-9 | PT6C-67C | PW210A | PW207E | RR300 | PW210S |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 5000 | 4000 | 4000 | 2000 | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 1370 | 1679 | 1000 | 710 | 300 | 1077 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | 113 | — | — | 65 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 330.5 | 414 | — | 159 | 73.6 | 296 |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Width (ft) | 33 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 52.1 | 54.7 | 48.1 | 40.6 | 38.3 | 52.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 11.5 | 16.4 | 14.8 | 12 | 11.4 | 14.5 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 46 | 54.7 | — | 33.9 | 33 | 44 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 220 | 282 | 222.5 | — | 50 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 28 | 120 | 49.5 | — | 18 | — |