Bell 429 Globalranger vs Leonardo Aw109 Grand New vs Leonardo Aw109 Trekker H135

In category terms, the Bell 429 GlobalRanger is typically positioned as a light twin, IFR-capable utility/EMS/corporate helicopter with an emphasis on cabin volume and operational flexibility, while the Leonardo AW109 Grand New is also a light twin but is more often framed as a fast, sleek VIP/corporate rotorcraft with a strong performance and luxury pedigree. On range, both are used for short-to-medium missions; in typical operator configurations the AW109 Grand New generally offers slightly longer range than the Bell 429, though real-world figures vary notably with payload, fuel reserves, and mission equipment. On passenger capacity, both commonly carry one or two pilots plus multiple passengers, but the Bell 429’s wider cabin and flat floor tend to favor higher practical passenger and medical/utility loading, whereas the AW109 Grand New usually seats fewer passengers in a more premium layout and is optimized for comfort and speed rather than maximum cabin volume.