Bell 412epi vs Leonardo Aw139 vs Leonardo Aw169 vs Robinson Helicopters R66 vs Sikorsky S 76d
The Bell 412EPi is a medium twin, valued for utility and hot-and-high performance, with typical seating around 10–13 passengers and a moderate range suited to regional missions. The Leonardo AW139 is a larger, faster medium twin aimed at offshore and EMS/corporate work, commonly configured for about 12–15 passengers and offering longer range than the 412 in many layouts. The Leonardo AW169 sits between light and medium twins, often arranged for roughly 8–10 passengers, with range generally competitive for its class but typically less than an AW139. The Robinson R66 is a light single-turbine helicopter focused on cost and simplicity, usually carrying 4–5 passengers plus pilot, with the shortest range of this group and best fit for short-hop utility or private transport. The Sikorsky S-76D is a medium twin optimized for executive and offshore operations, typically seating about 8–12 passengers, with range broadly comparable to AW139-class missions depending on interior and reserves. Exact figures vary by configuration, fuel reserves, and mission profile.
| Spec | Bell 412EPi | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW169 | ROBINSON R66 | Sikorsky S-76D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 12.09 | $ 11.69 | $ 11.84 | $ 3.49 | $ 11.49 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 | 5 | 12 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | VFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Leonardo | Leonardo | Robinson Helicopters | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | 412EPi | AW139 | AW169 | R66 | S-76D |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 361 | 573 | 440 | 350 | 441 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.86 | $ 0.69 | $ 0.99 | $ 0.70 | $ 0.96 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 13 | 15 | 10 | — | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 4829 | 4701 | — | 1355 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 13 | 15 | 10 | 3 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,487 | $ 1,929 | $ 1,658 | $ 384 | $ 1,781 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bell BasiX-Pro | EFIS | EFIS | Gyro / Analog | Thales TopDeck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 123 | 165 | 140 | 110 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 12,500,000 | $15,900,000 | $9,450,000 | $ 920,000 | $14,900,000 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 | 5 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 13 | 15 | 10 | — | 10 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 13 | 15 | 10 | 3 | 10 |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Model | PT6T-9 | PT6C-67C | PW210A | RR300 | PW210S |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 5000 | 4000 | 2000 | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 1370 | 1679 | 1000 | 300 | 1077 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | 113 | — | — | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 330.5 | 414 | — | 73.6 | 296 |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Width (ft) | 33 | — | — | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 52.1 | 54.7 | 48.1 | 38.3 | 52.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 11.5 | 16.4 | 14.8 | 11.4 | 14.5 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 46 | 54.7 | — | 33 | 44 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 220 | 282 | 222.5 | 50 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 28 | 120 | 49.5 | 18 | — |