Bell 525 Relentless vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Leonardo Aw189
The Bell 525 Relentless and Leonardo AW189 are large, twin‑engine helicopters, while the Bombardier Global 7500 and Embraer Legacy 650E are long‑range business jets. In range, the Global 7500 leads by a wide margin, capable of ultra‑long‑haul intercontinental missions (roughly 7,700 nautical miles), whereas the Legacy 650E is a long‑range jet but notably shorter (about 3,900 nautical miles). The helicopters are designed for regional missions: the AW189 typically offers around 450–500 nautical miles of range depending on load and reserves, and the Bell 525 is in a similar regional class at roughly 500–560 nautical miles. Passenger capacity also reflects their roles. The Global 7500 is usually configured for about 14–19 passengers, with multiple living zones. The Legacy 650E commonly seats around 13–14. The AW189 is often arranged for about 16–19 passengers in high‑density or offshore layouts, while the Bell 525 typically carries about 12–16 in passenger configurations, with flexibility for executive or utility missions.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Bombardier Global 7500 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Bombardier | Leonardo |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | Global 7500 | AW189 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 7700 | 651 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | — | — |
| 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 | $2,413,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 9.50 | $ 15.57 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.79 | $ 0.74 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 4,900 | $ 2,413 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 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 | CT7-2E1 |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | 1983 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 111 | 57.8 |
| 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 | 16.6 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | 48 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | — | 85 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 395 |