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Bell 525 Relentless vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Bell 525 Relentless and Sikorsky S‑92 are twin‑engine helicopters, while the Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra‑long‑range business jets. In range, the jets are in a different class: the Global 7500 is typically quoted around 7,700 nautical miles, and the G700 around 7,500 nautical miles, enabling intercontinental nonstop missions. The helicopters are designed for shorter point‑to‑point work; the Bell 525 is roughly in the 500–600 nautical mile class depending on payload and reserves, while the S‑92 is commonly around 500 nautical miles in typical offshore configurations, varying with load and conditions. Passenger capacity also reflects their roles. The Global 7500 and G700 are generally configured for about 13–19 passengers in business layouts (with certified maximums higher), emphasizing comfort and cabin zones. The Bell 525 usually carries about 10–16 passengers depending on configuration. The S‑92 is built for utility and offshore transport, commonly seating around 19, and can be configured to carry more in high‑density layouts.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessBombardier Global 7500Gulfstream G700Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2232
Min Crew2242
Total Seats18141621
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerBellBombardierGulfstreamSikorsky
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessGlobal 7500G700S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)58077007500439
Max Cabin Seats16191919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)66757417
Standard Cabin Seats16121219
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160516516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$75,000,000$78,000,000 $30,650,000
DOC / nm$ 9.50$ 19.79
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.94
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900$ 3,068
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2242
Total Seats18141621
Max Cabin Seats16191919
Standard Cabin Seats16121219
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYesOptional
Jump SeatYesYes
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYesYes
ModelCT7-2F1PassportPearl 700CT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000On-ConditionOn Condition4000
Horsepower18002520
No. of Engines2221
Fuel Capacity (gal)641760
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)18.182725.417.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128140
Wingspan (ft)104103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775