Bell 525 Relentless vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Sikorsky S 92
The Bell 525 Relentless and Sikorsky S-92 are helicopters, while the Cessna Citation XLS+ and Piaggio Avanti EVO are fixed‑wing business aircraft. For range, the Citation XLS+ typically offers the longest nonstop capability in this group at roughly about 2,000–2,100 nautical miles, suited to cross‑country business trips. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is also a long‑range turboprop, generally around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, combining jet‑like cruise speeds with turboprop efficiency. Helicopters trade range for vertical lift and point‑to‑point access: the Bell 525 is commonly cited around the 500–600 nautical mile class, while the larger S‑92 is often in a similar or somewhat higher bracket depending on configuration and reserves. Passenger capacity differs by mission. The Citation XLS+ is typically configured for about 8–9 passengers, the Avanti EVO usually around 7–9. The Bell 525 is often arranged for roughly 10–16 seats depending on cabin layout, while the S‑92, designed for offshore and utility roles, can carry about 19 passengers in standard seating (and more in high‑density configurations).
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 10 | 8 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Cessna Citation | Piaggio | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | XLS+ | Avanti EVO | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 1906 | 1530 | 439 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 9 | 7 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | 7540 | 3775 | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 6 | 19 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 430 | 400 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $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 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 10 | 8 | 21 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 9 | 7 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 6 | 19 |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | — |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — | — |
| Jump Seat | — | No | — | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | 9 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | No | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25230 | 24000 | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 6600 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | PW545C | PT6A–66B | CT7-8A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 5000 | 3600 | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | 850 | 2520 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — | 760 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 10 | ISA + 28 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 4119 | — | — |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 52.5 | 47.3 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 5.5 | 6.1 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 5.7 | 5.8 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 18.5 | 14.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 17.2 | 13.1 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | 80 | — | 140 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 56.3 | 47.1 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.9 | 3.5 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 14.3 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 35.2 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 775 |