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Bell 525 Relentless vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700

The Bell 525 Relentless and Enstrom 480B are helicopters, while the Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets. The Bell 525 is a modern super‑medium helicopter aimed at corporate and offshore missions, typically carrying about 16 passengers in high-density seating (fewer in executive layouts) with a practical range on the order of roughly 500–600 nautical miles depending on configuration. The Enstrom 480B is a light piston helicopter for utility, training, and personal use, seating up to five with a much shorter range, roughly around 200–300 nautical miles. The Global 7500 and G700 are intercontinental jets designed for nonstop long-haul travel with large cabins. The Global 7500 is rated for about 7,700 nautical miles and commonly accommodates around 14–19 passengers in typical executive layouts. The Gulfstream G700 is similarly positioned, with about 7,500 nautical miles of range and typical seating around 13–19 passengers. Overall, the helicopters prioritize point-to-point access and vertical lift, while the jets prioritize speed, comfort, and transoceanic range.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessBombardier Global 7500Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit223
Min Crew224
Total Seats181416
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBellBombardierGulfstream
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessGlobal 7500G700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)58077007500
Max Cabin Seats161919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)6675
Standard Cabin Seats161212
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$75,000,000$78,000,000
DOC / nm$ 9.50
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew224
Total Seats181416
Max Cabin Seats161919
Standard Cabin Seats161212
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYesOptional
Jump SeatYesYes
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYes
ModelCT7-2F1PassportPearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000On-ConditionOn Condition
Horsepower1800
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)641
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)1892018250
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.58111109.9
Cabin Width (ft)7.5888.2
Cabin Height (ft)4.56.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)15.554.556.9
Overall Height (ft)18.182725.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128
Wingspan (ft)104103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195