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Bell 525 Relentless vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large business jet airliner derivative, operating in the long‑range category with roughly 3,200–3,500 nautical miles of range (depending on configuration) and typically carrying a VIP layout of about 25–50 passengers, with a much higher maximum in airline seating. The Bell 525 Relentless is a super‑medium helicopter aimed at offshore and corporate missions, offering medium range on the order of about 500–600 nautical miles and usually seating around 16–20 passengers depending on layout. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter for utility, law enforcement, and EMS roles, with a shorter range around 300–400 nautical miles and a typical capacity of about 6–8 people including pilot(s). The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter primarily for private and light commercial use, with roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range and seating for about 4–5 occupants. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 dominates range and passenger volume, while the helicopters trade speed and distance for vertical access and point‑to‑point flexibility.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessBoeing BBJ MAX 9
Summary
Cockpit22
Min Crew24
Total Seats1812
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBellBoeing
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessBBJ MAX 9
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)5806376
Max Cabin Seats1635
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)667577120
Standard Cabin Seats168
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HHoneywell
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160470
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$107,700,000
DOC / nm$ 15.74
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew24
Total Seats1810
Max Cabin Seats1635
Standard Cabin Seats168
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYes
ModelCT7-2F1LEAP-1B
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000On-Condition
Horsepower1800
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)641
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)28000
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.58138.4
Cabin Width (ft)7.5811.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.57.1
Cabin Length (ft)15.5107.2
Overall Height (ft)18.1840.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1281485
Wingspan (ft)117.9
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6