Bell 525 Relentless vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bell 525 Relentless is a twin‑engine helicopter designed for vertical lift missions, so its defining advantage is access: it can operate to helipads and confined areas that fixed‑wing jets cannot. In exchange, its range is comparatively short, typically on the order of a few hundred nautical miles, and passenger capacity is modest, generally up to around a dozen depending on seating and mission fit. The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental travel. It offers the greatest range of the three—roughly 7,700 nautical miles—and the highest comfort and space, with typical passenger loads in the low‑ to mid‑teens (and a higher maximum depending on configuration). The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet positioned for versatility. Its range is far less than the Global 7500 but substantially more than a helicopter, roughly around 2,000 nautical miles, and it usually carries about 6 to 10 passengers. Its standout trait is operational flexibility, including capability for shorter and more rugged runways than most business jets.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Bombardier Global 7500 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Bombardier | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | Global 7500 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 7700 | 2076 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 6 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $75,000,000 | $11,800,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 9.50 | $ 3.71 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.79 | $ 0.62 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 4,900 | $ 1,619 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 10 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 6 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9.3 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 23500 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | Passport | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | 3435 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 111 | 52.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 8 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 6.2 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 54.5 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 27 | 17.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | — | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 90 |