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Bell 525 Relentless vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Sikorsky S 92

The Bell 525 Relentless and Sikorsky S-92 are twin‑engine helicopters, while the Cessna Citation XLS+ is a fixed‑wing midsize business jet. In category terms, the 525 is a modern “super‑medium” class helicopter aimed at fast corporate and offshore missions, whereas the S-92 is a larger “heavy” helicopter commonly used for offshore transport and search‑and‑rescue-style roles. The Citation XLS+ sits in the midsize jet segment, optimized for point‑to‑point travel at much higher cruise speeds and altitudes than either helicopter. For range, the Citation XLS+ generally offers the longest reach, typically around 2,000+ nautical miles depending on payload and conditions. The Bell 525 is next, commonly cited around the 500–600 nautical mile class. The Sikorsky S-92 is similar or slightly higher in some configurations, often roughly in the 500+ nautical mile range, with real-world mission radius strongly influenced by reserves and hover/offshore requirements. Passenger capacity differs by mission fit: the Citation XLS+ is typically configured for about 8–9 passengers, the Bell 525 often around 16–18, and the S-92 commonly about 19 with higher-density layouts possible.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessCessna Citation XLS+Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
Min Crew222
Total Seats181021
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerBellCessna CitationSikorsky
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessXLS+S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)5801906439
Max Cabin Seats16919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)667575407417
Standard Cabin Seats16819
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HRockwell Collins Pro Line 21EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160430155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$15,500,000 $30,650,000
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 19.79
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.94
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 3,068
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew222
Total Seats181021
Max Cabin Seats16919
Standard Cabin Seats16819
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25230
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYesYes
ModelCT7-2F1PW545CCT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400050004000
Horsepower18002520
No. of Engines221
Fuel Capacity (gal)641760
Flat RatingISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)4119
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.5852.5
Cabin Width (ft)7.585.5
Cabin Height (ft)4.55.7
Cabin Length (ft)15.518.5
Overall Height (ft)18.1817.217.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)12880140
Wingspan (ft)56.3
Aisle Step (ft)0.7
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775