Bell 525 Relentless vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bell 525 Relentless is a fly-by-wire super‑medium helicopter best suited to point-to-point access where runways are limited. Its typical range is roughly 500–600 nautical miles, and it generally carries about 12–16 passengers depending on interior layout. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner based on the 737 MAX 9, positioned for intercity and intercontinental missions with high cabin volume. With auxiliary tanks it can reach roughly 3,500–3,800 nautical miles, and VIP configurations commonly seat around 25–50 passengers (far fewer than an airline layout). The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet optimized for nonstop global routes. It offers about 7,500 nautical miles of range and typically accommodates about 12–19 passengers in executive seating. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light “super versatile jet” designed for shorter runways and flexible regional operations. Range is about 2,000 nautical miles, and it usually seats about 6–10 passengers, with higher-density layouts possible.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Gulfstream G700 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 12 | 16 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Boeing | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | BBJ MAX 9 | G700 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 6376 | 7500 | 2076 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 35 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | 77120 | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Honeywell | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 470 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $107,700,000 | $78,000,000 | $11,800,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 15.74 | — | $ 3.71 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 1.97 | — | $ 0.62 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 7,396 | — | $ 1,619 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 10 | 16 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 35 | 19 | 10 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| Configuration | — | Green Interior | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | — | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | — | 23500 |
| Crew Rest | — | — | Optional | No |
| Jump Seat | — | — | Yes | No |
| Galley Location | — | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Lavatory | — | — | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | — | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | LEAP-1B | Pearl 700 | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | On Condition | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 28000 | 18250 | 3435 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 138.4 | 109.9 | 52.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 11.6 | 8.2 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 7.1 | 6.25 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 107.2 | 56.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 40.3 | 25.4 | 17.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | 1485 | — | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 117.9 | 103 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 10.7 | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 100.6 | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 195 | 90 |