Leonardo Aw189 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Leonardo AW189 and Sikorsky S-92 are medium twin‑engine helicopters aimed at offshore, SAR, and executive transport; both offer strong IFR capability and cabin volume, with the S‑92 generally sitting in a heavier class and typically flying farther while carrying more people. In typical configurations, the AW189 carries roughly 16–19 passengers with a range on the order of about 450–500 nautical miles, while the S‑92 often seats about 19 (and can be configured higher) with ranges commonly around 500–600 nautical miles depending on fit and reserves. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter primarily for utility and private missions, usually seating 4–5 passengers with a shorter practical range around 300–350 nautical miles. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is not a helicopter but a pressurized twin‑turboprop airplane, optimized for fast point‑to‑point travel; it typically carries about 6–9 passengers and offers substantially greater range than the rotorcraft here, often around 1,200–1,700 nautical miles, with higher cruise speeds and airport/runway requirements rather than vertical lift.