Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a VIP airliner category aircraft, essentially a converted narrow‑body jet, offering intercontinental range around 6,000–6,500 nautical miles with auxiliary tanks and typically carrying a small VIP group in a luxury layout (often 15–50), though it can be configured for far more. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet, designed specifically for private travel, with about 7,700 nautical miles of range and a typical cabin capacity around 14–19 passengers. The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop (high‑performance personal/corporate aircraft) with roughly 1,700–1,800 nautical miles of range and usually 4–6 passengers depending on seating and fuel. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter, optimized for short‑range missions, with roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range and typically 6–8 passengers. Overall, BBJ MAX 9 and Global 7500 target long‑haul executive travel, while the TBM 960 serves regional point‑to‑point trips, and the 902 specializes in vertical access and short hops.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Daher TBM 960 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | $ 2.25 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier | Daher TBM |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | TBM 960 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 | 1730 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.56 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | 2908 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | $ 744 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 330 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $4,450,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | Turbo Prop |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 6 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | 6.2 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | 14390 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | MID |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport | TBM 960 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 3500 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 49 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | — |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 | 35.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 | 42.1 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 | 4 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 | 13.4 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 123 |