Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is best viewed as a large VIP airliner rather than a traditional business jet. It offers the greatest cabin volume and typically the highest passenger capacity, commonly configured for roughly 25–50+ passengers depending on layout, with long-range capability on the order of about 6,000–6,500 nautical miles. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet optimized for intercontinental missions with a purpose-built executive cabin. It carries fewer people than a BBJ but more than a midsize jet, typically around 8–19 passengers, and it leads the group in range at roughly 7,700 nautical miles. The Cessna Citation XLS+ sits in the super-midsize category, aimed at shorter regional and transcontinental trips with lower operating complexity and cost. Passenger capacity is usually about 7–9 (up to around 12 with certain seating configurations), and range is much shorter than the other two, roughly 2,000–2,100 nautical miles.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier | Cessna Citation |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | XLS+ |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 | 1906 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | 7540 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 430 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 10 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 9 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | 9.3 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | 25230 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport | PW545C |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 | 4119 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 | 52.5 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 | 56.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | 0.7 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 | 5.5 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 5.7 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 | 18.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 | 17.2 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | 3.9 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | 14.3 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | 80 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 10 |