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.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Boeing | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | BBJ MAX 9 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 6376 | 2076 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 35 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | 77120 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 6 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Honeywell | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 470 | 440 |
| 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 | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 10 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 35 | 10 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 6 |
| Configuration | — | Green Interior | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | 23500 |
| Lavatory | — | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | — | No |
| Jump Seat | — | — | No |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | — | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | LEAP-1B | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 28000 | 3435 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 138.4 | 52.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 11.6 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 7.1 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 107.2 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 40.3 | 17.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | 1485 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 117.9 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 10.7 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 100.6 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 90 |