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Bell 525 Relentless vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Sikorsky S 92

The Bell 525 Relentless and Sikorsky S-92 are long-range, twin‑engine helicopters aimed at offshore, utility, and VIP transport, while the Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range, three‑engine business jet designed for intercontinental executive travel. In range terms, the Falcon 8X operates in a different class, offering roughly 6,400 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city‑pairs that span oceans. The Bell 525 is typically quoted around 560 nautical miles, and the S‑92 around 540–600 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, making both suitable for regional missions such as offshore oil support and point‑to‑point access where runways are unavailable. Passenger capacity also reflects their roles: the Falcon 8X generally carries about 12–16 passengers in an executive cabin (with higher maximums possible in denser layouts), whereas the Bell 525 commonly seats around 16–19, and the S‑92 typically carries about 19 passengers in utility/offshore layouts, with VIP configurations trading seats for comfort. Overall, the 8X prioritizes speed and global reach; the helicopters prioritize vertical access and mission flexibility.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessDassault Falcon 8XSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
Min Crew222
Total Seats181721
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerBellDassault FalconSikorsky
Aircraft Name525 Relentless8XS-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)5806450439
Max Cabin Seats161619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)6675369007417
Standard Cabin Seats161419
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HHoneywell Primus EASy IIEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$ 62,500,000 $30,650,000
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 19.79
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.94
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 3,068
Cabin
Cockpit232
Min Crew222
Total Seats181721
Max Cabin Seats161619
Standard Cabin Seats161419
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYesYes
ModelCT7-2F1PW307DCT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000On-Condition4000
Horsepower18002520
No. of Engines231
Fuel Capacity (gal)641760
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)6722
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.5880.2
Cabin Width (ft)7.587.7
Cabin Height (ft)4.56.2
Cabin Length (ft)15.542.7
Overall Height (ft)18.1826.117.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128140
Wingspan (ft)86.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695775
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140