Bell 525 Relentless vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bell 525 Relentless and Sikorsky S‑92 are helicopters, while the Cessna Citation XLS+ and Gulfstream G700 are fixed‑wing business jets. In category terms, the 525 is a modern “super‑medium” helicopter aimed at fast corporate and offshore missions, whereas the S‑92 is a larger, heavy helicopter commonly used for offshore transport, search and rescue, and VIP shuttle roles. The Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet optimized for efficient short‑ to mid‑range trips and strong runway flexibility, while the G700 is an ultra‑long‑range, large‑cabin flagship designed for intercontinental travel. On range, the G700 is by far the longest‑legged, capable of roughly 7,000+ nautical miles, enabling nonstop transoceanic routes. The Citation XLS+ typically offers around 2,000+ nautical miles, suitable for regional and many transcontinental missions. Helicopter ranges are much shorter: the Bell 525 is roughly in the 500–600 nautical mile class, and the S‑92 is generally in a similar several‑hundred‑nautical‑mile range depending on configuration and reserves. Passenger capacity also differs: the G700 commonly seats about 13–19, the XLS+ about 8–9, the Bell 525 around 16, and the S‑92 often around 19 (more in high‑density layouts).
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 10 | 16 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | XLS+ | G700 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 1906 | 7500 | 439 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 9 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | 7540 | — | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 12 | 19 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 430 | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $30,650,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 5.34 | — | $ 19.79 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.67 | — | $ 0.94 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 2,303 | — | $ 3,068 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 10 | 16 | 21 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 9 | 19 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 12 | 19 |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — | — |
| Crew Rest | — | No | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | — | No | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | — | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25230 | — | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | PW545C | Pearl 700 | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 5000 | On Condition | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | — | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — | 760 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 10 | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 4119 | 18250 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 52.5 | 109.9 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 5.5 | 8.2 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 5.7 | 6.25 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 18.5 | 56.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 17.2 | 25.4 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | 80 | — | 140 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 56.3 | 103 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.7 | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.9 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 14.3 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 195 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 775 |