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Bell 525 Relentless vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189

The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental missions. It offers by far the greatest range, typically around 7,500 nautical miles, and the highest passenger capacity of the group, commonly configured for roughly 10–19 passengers depending on interior layout. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop airplane aimed at fast, efficient owner‑pilot or small‑team travel. It has a much shorter range than the G700 but remains strong for its class at about 1,700 nautical miles, with seating generally for up to 6 passengers. The Bell 525 Relentless is a super‑medium helicopter focused on offshore, corporate, and utility roles, trading speed and range for vertical lift and access. Its range is roughly in the 500–600 nautical mile class, with typical capacity around 16–20 occupants depending on configuration. The Leonardo AW189 is a larger medium helicopter optimized for offshore transport and search‑and‑rescue, with similar mission flexibility. Its range is commonly around 450–500 nautical miles, and it typically carries about 16–19 passengers in an offshore layout.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit2232
Min Crew2141
Total Seats1861621
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerBellDaher TBMGulfstreamLeonardo
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessTBM 960G700AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)58017307500651
Max Cabin Seats161919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)66752908
Standard Cabin Seats1641219
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HGarmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160330516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$4,450,000$78,000,000$2,413,000
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 15.57
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.74
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 2,413
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2141
Total Seats1861621
Max Cabin Seats161919
Standard Cabin Seats1641219
LavatoryNo
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYesYes
ModelCT7-2F1TBM 960Pearl 700CT7-2E1
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)40003500On Condition4000
Horsepower18008501983
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)641
Flat RatingISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)18250
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.5835.3109.957.8
Cabin Width (ft)7.5848.2
Cabin Height (ft)4.54.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)15.513.456.9
Overall Height (ft)18.1825.416.6
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.548
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)12885
Wingspan (ft)42.1103
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123395
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195