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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Leonardo Aw189

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop business utility aircraft suited to short and medium regional missions, typically carrying about 6–9 passengers in an executive layout (more in commuter configurations) with long endurance for its class at roughly up to about 1,500–1,800 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long‑range VIP airliner based on the 737 MAX 9, designed for intercontinental travel; it can be outfitted for roughly 25–50+ passengers in executive configurations (and far more in airline seating), with a range on the order of about 3,200–3,600 nautical miles depending on fit and mission. The Leonardo AW189 is a twin‑engine medium helicopter optimized for offshore, SAR, and utility/VIP transport; it typically carries around 12–16 passengers, with range commonly in the ~450–500 nautical mile class (higher with auxiliary tanks). Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 leads in passenger capacity and long‑haul range, the King Air 360ER balances efficiency and access to smaller airfields, and the AW189 prioritizes vertical lift and point‑to‑point access where runways are unavailable.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 15.57
Min Crew41
Total Seats1221
ManufacturerBoeingLeonardo
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)6376651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats3519
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)77120
Standard Cabin Seats819
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$2,413,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Total Seats1021
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3519
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats819
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BCT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On-Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)28000
No. of Engines22
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.457.8
Wingspan (ft)117.9
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.2
Overall Height (ft)40.316.6
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148585
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395