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Bell 525 Relentless vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Bell 525 Relentless is a long-range commercial helicopter, suited to offshore and executive point-to-point missions where vertical access matters. It typically carries around a dozen passengers in a high-density configuration (fewer in executive layouts) and offers roughly a few-hundred–nautical-mile class range, commonly cited around 500–600 nm depending on reserves and payload. The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop business aircraft focused on speed and efficiency for small parties. It is generally flown with 1–2 pilots and about 4–6 passengers, with range on the order of about 1,400–1,700 nm depending on conditions and reserves. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. Typical passenger loads are about 12–16 (with higher certified maxima), and its range is roughly 7,500 nm class. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet optimized for versatility, including operating from shorter and rougher runways than many jets. It commonly seats 6–10 passengers (higher maximums available) with range around 2,000 nm class.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2232
Min Crew2141
Total Seats186166
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerBellDaher TBMGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessTBM 960G700PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)580173075002076
Max Cabin Seats161910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)667529086680
Standard Cabin Seats164126
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HGarmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160330516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$4,450,000$78,000,000$11,800,000
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 3.71
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.62
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 1,619
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2141
Total Seats186166
Max Cabin Seats161910
Standard Cabin Seats164126
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Galley LocationMIDFWDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.29.3
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439023500
Crew RestOptionalNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Cargo DoorYes
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYesYes
ModelCT7-2F1TBM 960Pearl 700FJ44-4A-QPM
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)40003500On Condition5000
Horsepower1800850
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)641
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)182503435
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.5835.3109.952.2
Cabin Width (ft)7.5848.25.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.54.16.255.1
Cabin Length (ft)15.513.456.923
Overall Height (ft)18.1825.417.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128
Wingspan (ft)42.110355.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19590
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17