Bell 525 Relentless vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bell 525 Relentless and Sikorsky S-92 are large, twin‑engine helicopters, while the Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet and the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine utility turboprop airplane. In range, the Global 7500 is in a different class, offering intercontinental capability of roughly 7,700 nautical miles, compared with the Caravan’s regional reach of about 900–1,000 nautical miles and the helicopters’ typical mission ranges generally around 400–600 nautical miles (often less depending on payload, reserves, and routing). For passenger capacity, the Global 7500 is usually configured for about 12–19 passengers in executive layouts, emphasizing comfort and cabin volume. The 208B Caravan commonly carries up to 9 passengers (or more in some commuter configurations), prioritizing rugged short‑field access and cargo flexibility. The Bell 525 typically seats around 16–20, depending on configuration, while the larger S‑92 is often arranged for about 19 passengers (and can be higher-density), favoring offshore and transport roles.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Bombardier Global 7500 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Bombardier | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | Global 7500 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 7700 | 439 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | — | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 19 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $75,000,000 | $30,650,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 9.50 | $ 19.79 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.79 | $ 0.94 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 4,900 | $ 3,068 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 21 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 19 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | Passport | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | 760 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 111 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 8 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 6.2 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 54.5 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 27 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | — | 140 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 775 |