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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop in the utility/business category, offering long endurance for its class (roughly 1,500–1,800 nm depending on load and reserves) and typically carrying about 6–9 passengers in executive layouts. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner derivative, in a completely different category: intercontinental range (commonly cited around 6,000+ nm depending on configuration) and the ability to carry dozens of passengers, often configured for roughly 25–50+ in luxury layouts rather than its much higher airline seating capacity. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet designed for versatility and short/rough-field capability, with range generally around 1,800–2,000 nm and typical seating around 6–10 passengers. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop in the personal/light business category, with range commonly around 1,200–1,500 nm and seating for about 5–6 occupants. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 prioritizes space and global reach, the PC‑24 balances jet speed with flexibility, the King Air 360ER emphasizes efficient regional range and utility, and the M600 SLS targets owner‑pilot missions with simpler, smaller‑scale capacity.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Pilatus PC-24Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 3.71$ 2.19
Min Crew411
Total Seats1266
ManufacturerBoeingPilatusPiper
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9PC-24M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)637620761406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.62$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats3510—
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)7712066802200
Standard Cabin Seats864
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 1,619$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470440274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$11,800,000$3,081,400
Flight Rules——IFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew411
Total Seats1065
ConfigurationGreen Interior——
Max Cabin Seats3510—
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.35.6
Standard Cabin Seats864
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)240002350012600
Lavatory—1 Enclosed FlushingNo
Crew Rest—No—
Jump Seat—No—
Cargo Door—Yes—
Galley Location—FWDMID
Lavatory Location—FWD—
Galley / Refreshment—Optional Refreshment CenterRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——8644
Engine
FADECYesYesNo
ModelLEAP-1BFJ44-4A-QPMPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On-Condition50003600
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 23ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)280003435—
No. of Engines221
Horsepower——600
Fuel Capacity (gal)——260
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.452.229.7
Wingspan (ft)117.955.843.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor—
Cabin Width (ft)11.65.64.1
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.14
Cabin Length (ft)107.22312.3
Overall Height (ft)40.317.411.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.8—
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.617—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485——
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—9020
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)——165