Bell 525 Relentless vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Leonardo Aw189

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane aimed at fast, efficient point‑to‑point travel from runways. It typically carries one pilot plus up to five passengers (up to six seats total, depending on configuration) and offers the longest range of the three at roughly 1,500–1,700 nautical miles, making it best suited for longer business trips where helicopter access isn’t required. The Bell 525 Relentless is a large, fly‑by‑wire helicopter positioned for corporate, offshore, and utility missions. It generally accommodates about 16–20 passengers in a high‑density cabin (fewer in executive layouts) and has a typical range around 500–600 nautical miles, trading endurance for vertical access and flexible landing options. The Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin helicopter designed primarily for offshore transport, SAR, and utility work. It commonly seats around 16–19 passengers (again, fewer for VIP/EMS) with range broadly in the 450–550 nautical mile class. Compared with the 525, the AW189 is more established in offshore/utility fleets, while the 525 targets a newer, tech‑forward large‑cabin segment.