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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft suited to short and medium missions, typically carrying about 6–9 passengers in executive seating with a range roughly around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner based on a narrow‑body jet, offering intercontinental capability with a typical VIP complement in the dozens (often 25–50+ depending on layout) and a range on the order of about 6,000–6,500 nautical miles. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter optimized for short‑haul utility, usually seating around 6–8 passengers with a range commonly in the ~250–350 nautical mile class. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium‑lift twin helicopter used for offshore and government transport, generally accommodating about 16–19 passengers with a range typically around ~500–600 nautical miles. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 leads on range and capacity, the King Air balances efficiency and speed for regional travel, and the helicopters prioritize vertical access over distance.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 19.79
Min Crew42
Total Seats1221
ManufacturerBoeingSikorsky
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)6376439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats3519
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771207417
Standard Cabin Seats819
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew42
Total Seats1021
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3519
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats819
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)28000
No. of Engines21
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4
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)40.317.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485140
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775