Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner category aircraft, offering the greatest range of this group at roughly 6,000–6,600 nautical miles depending on configuration, and the highest passenger capacity, often arranged for about 25–50+ passengers in executive layouts (with far more possible in airline-style seating). The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet, typically around 7,700 nautical miles, carrying about 8–19 passengers in most corporate configurations. The Dassault Falcon 8X is also an ultra-long-range business jet, generally around 6,450 nautical miles, usually configured for about 8–16 passengers. The Enstrom 480B is a light single-engine piston helicopter, in a completely different category from the long-range jets; it has a much shorter range (on the order of a few hundred nautical miles) and typically carries 4–5 occupants including the pilot. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 emphasizes cabin volume and group transport, the Global 7500 emphasizes maximum intercontinental reach, the Falcon 8X balances long range with efficient tri-jet performance, and the Enstrom focuses on short-range vertical-lift missions.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 8X |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 | 17 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | 8X |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 | 6450 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | 36900 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 14 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 17 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | 10.2 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 14 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | 29200 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | 3900 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport | PW307D |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 | 6722 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 | 80.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 | 86.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 | 42.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 | 26.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | 29.2 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1695 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 |