Leonardo Aw119kx vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Leonardo Sh09

Leonardo’s AW119Kx is a light single‑engine helicopter aimed at cost‑efficient utility and training missions. It typically carries around six to seven passengers (depending on interior and fuel) and offers a moderate range for short to mid‑distance legs, generally on the order of a few hundred nautical miles, making it best suited to regional point‑to‑point work rather than long overwater sectors. The AW189 is a significantly larger, twin‑engine super‑medium helicopter designed for offshore transport, SAR, and high‑utilization commercial roles. Passenger capacity is commonly configured around 16 to 19 seats, and its range is notably greater than the AW119Kx, supporting longer sectors and more demanding reserves, often roughly in the 450–500+ nautical mile class depending on configuration. The “SH09” is not a standard Leonardo model designation. If you meant the SwissHelicopter/SwissDrones “SH09” or another OEM’s SH09, please confirm the manufacturer, because category, range, and seating vary widely and could change the comparison substantially.