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Bell 525 Relentless vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66

The Bell 525 Relentless is a twin‑engine helicopter in the “super‑medium” class, optimized for vertical access and point‑to‑point travel where runways aren’t available. Its typical range is roughly 500–600 nautical miles, and it generally carries about 12–16 passengers depending on configuration. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long‑range VIP airliner derived from the 737 MAX 9, in a large‑cabin business jet category; it offers intercontinental-class endurance with typical range around 3,200–3,500 nautical miles and usually accommodates roughly 25–50 passengers in executive layouts (far more in airline seating). The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet designed for versatility and short/rough-field capability; it commonly flies about 2,000 nautical miles and seats up to 10–11 occupants (often 6–8 in executive comfort). The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter for short-range utility; typical range is about 300–350 nautical miles with seating for a pilot plus up to 4 passengers.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessBoeing BBJ MAX 9Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
Min Crew241
Total Seats18126
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBellBoeingPilatus
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessBBJ MAX 9PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)58063762076
Max Cabin Seats163510
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6675771206680
Standard Cabin Seats1686
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HHoneywellPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160470440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$107,700,000$11,800,000
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 3.71
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.62
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 1,619
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew241
Total Seats18106
Max Cabin Seats163510
Standard Cabin Seats1686
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400023500
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYesYes
ModelCT7-2F1LEAP-1BFJ44-4A-QPM
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000On-Condition5000
Horsepower1800
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)641
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)280003435
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.58138.452.2
Cabin Width (ft)7.5811.65.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.57.15.1
Cabin Length (ft)15.5107.223
Overall Height (ft)18.1840.317.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1281485
Wingspan (ft)117.955.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.617
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90