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Bell 525 Relentless vs Enstrom 480b vs Piper M600 Sls vs Sikorsky S 92

The Bell 525 Relentless and Sikorsky S-92 are transport-category, twin‑engine helicopters aimed at offshore, corporate shuttle, and utility missions; the 525 is a newer “super‑medium” class with long-range capability, while the S‑92 is a larger heavy/medium-lift platform optimized for higher payload and offshore passenger carriage. Typical range for the Bell 525 is roughly in the 500–600 nautical mile class, whereas the S‑92 is commonly in the 480–540 nautical mile class depending on configuration. Passenger capacity also diverges: the 525 is generally configured around 12–16 passengers, while the S‑92 typically carries about 16–19 in offshore layouts (and can be arranged differently for VIP or utility roles). The Enstrom 480B is a light, single‑engine piston helicopter intended for training, patrol, and light utility work; its range is typically around 250–350 nautical miles with seating usually for 4–5 occupants including the pilot. The Piper M600 SLS is not a helicopter but a single‑engine turboprop airplane; it offers the longest range here at about 1,000–1,500 nautical miles with seating typically for 5–6, prioritizing fast personal and business travel over vertical-lift utility.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessPiper M600 SLSSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
Min Crew212
Total Seats18621
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerBellPiperSikorsky
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessM600S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)5801406439
Max Cabin Seats1619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)667522007417
Standard Cabin Seats16419
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HGarmin G3000EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160274155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$3,081,400 $30,650,000
DOC / nm$ 2.19$ 19.79
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.94
Direct Operating Cost$ 603$ 3,068
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew212
Total Seats18521
Max Cabin Seats1619
Standard Cabin Seats16419
LavatoryNo
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelNoYes
ModelCT7-2F1PT6A-42ACT7-8A
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400036004000
Horsepower18006002520
No. of Engines211
Fuel Capacity (gal)641260760
Flat RatingISA + 55
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.5829.7
Cabin Width (ft)7.584.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.54
Cabin Length (ft)15.512.3
Overall Height (ft)18.1811.317.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128140
Wingspan (ft)43.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165775
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20