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Leonardo Aw109 Grand New vs Leonardo Aw139 vs Leonardo Aw169"

The Agusta/Leonardo AW109 GrandNew is a light twin-engine helicopter typically used for VIP transport and short-hop utility work. It offers the smallest cabin of the three, generally seating about 6 to 7 passengers (depending on layout), and it delivers solid point‑to‑point capability with an approximate range in the 500–600 nautical mile class. The Leonardo AW169 sits in the intermediate, light‑intermediate twin category, bridging the gap between the AW109 and the larger AW139. It provides a noticeably larger, more versatile cabin, commonly accommodating around 8 to 10 passengers, with a typical range roughly in the 440–500 nautical mile class depending on configuration and reserves. The Leonardo AW139 is a medium twin-engine helicopter aimed at higher payload, offshore, EMS, and utility missions. It has the largest cabin and highest capacity here, often configured for about 12 to 15 passengers, and it generally offers range around the 570–650 nautical mile class, again varying by equipment, fuel, and mission profile.

SpecAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW109 Grand NewAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.31$ 11.69
Min Crew12
Total Seats817
Flight RulesVFRIFR
ManufacturerLeonardoLeonardo
Aircraft NameAW109 Grand NewAW139
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)464573
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.91$ 0.69
Max Cabin Seats615
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats615
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,140$ 1,929
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)156165
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 7,800,000 $15,900,000
Useful Load (lbs)4701
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew12
Total Seats817
Max Cabin Seats615
Standard Cabin Seats615
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW207CPT6C-67C
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)40005000
Horsepower7351679
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)152414
Dimensions
Length (ft)42.554.7
Overall Height (ft)11.516.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)35.554.7
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)282
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)120