Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 sits in the large/VIP airliner category, offering intercontinental range (about 6,000–6,500 nautical miles depending on fit and payload) and the greatest capacity, typically configured for roughly 25–50 passengers in executive layouts but capable of far more in airline-style seating. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet, reaching about 7,700 nautical miles and usually carrying around 8–19 passengers in a high-comfort cabin, prioritizing nonstop city pairs and dedicated work/rest zones. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light-to-super-midsize “jet utility” aircraft designed for flexibility, with roughly 2,000 nautical miles of range and commonly 6–10 passengers; it stands out for operating into shorter or less-developed runways compared with many business jets. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single-engine turboprop utility aircraft, best for short-haul missions, with roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles of range and typically 9–14 passengers, trading speed and luxury for rugged simplicity and low operating cost.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 6 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | 9.3 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | 23500 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 90 |