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.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 16 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | Global 7500 | G700 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 7700 | 7500 | 439 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | — | — | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 12 | 19 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 516 | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $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 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 16 | 21 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 12 | 19 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | — |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | Passport | Pearl 700 | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | On Condition | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | — | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — | 760 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | 18250 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 111 | 109.9 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 8 | 8.2 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 6.2 | 6.25 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 54.5 | 56.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 27 | 25.4 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | — | — | 140 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 103 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 195 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 775 |