Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 8x
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large-headliner/VIP airliner derivative, offering by far the most cabin volume and the highest potential passenger count, typically configured for a few dozen up to well over 50 depending on layout, with intercontinental range broadly in the roughly 6,000+ nautical mile class. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range purpose-built business jet, optimized for nonstop intercontinental missions at about 7,700 nautical miles with a typical executive load around 8–19 passengers. The Dassault Falcon 8X is also an ultra-long-range business jet, slightly shorter-legged than the Global 7500 at about 6,450 nautical miles, commonly carrying around 8–16 passengers with strong long-range efficiency. The Cessna Citation XLS+ sits in the midsize/super-midsize segment, aimed at regional and transcontinental trips rather than true intercontinental flying, with range around 2,100 nautical miles and typical seating for about 7–9 (up to roughly 12 in high-density configurations).
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Dassault Falcon 8X |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | $ 7.66 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 | 10 | 17 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | XLS+ | 8X |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 | 1906 | 6450 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.64 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 9 | 16 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | 7540 | 36900 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 8 | 14 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | $ 3,805 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 430 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $ 62,500,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 10 | 17 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 9 | 16 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | 9.3 | 10.2 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 8 | 14 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | 25230 | 29200 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — | 3900 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport | PW545C | PW307D |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 | 4119 | 6722 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 | 52.5 | 80.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 | 56.3 | 86.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | 0.7 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 | 5.5 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 5.7 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 | 18.5 | 42.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 | 17.2 | 26.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | 3.9 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | 14.3 | 29.2 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | 80 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 10 | 140 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 1695 |