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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 sits in the airliner-derived “VIP transport” category, offering by far the largest cabin volume and typically the highest passenger capacity, often configured for roughly 25 to 50 passengers (and can be arranged for more), with a long-range profile that is generally around the 6,000–6,600 nautical mile class depending on configuration and reserves. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range purpose-built business jet, optimized for private or corporate travel with a typical passenger load around 8 to 19, and a published range of about 7,700 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is also an ultra-long-range business jet, positioned as a top-tier large-cabin aircraft with typical capacity in the same general band (often about 10 to 19), and a published range around 7,500 nautical miles. In practice, the BBJ MAX 9 emphasizes space and onboard amenities at higher headcount, while the Global 7500 and G700 emphasize very long nonstop missions with smaller groups and business-jet operating flexibility.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Bombardier Global 7500Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit223
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 9.50
Min Crew424
Total Seats121416
ManufacturerBoeingBombardierGulfstream
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9Global 7500G700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)637677007500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.79
Max Cabin Seats351919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)77120
Standard Cabin Seats81212
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 4,900
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$75,000,000$78,000,000
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew424
Total Seats101416
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats351919
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats81212
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYesOptional
Jump SeatYesYes
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPassportPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-ConditionOn Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)280001892018250
No. of Engines222
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4111109.9
Wingspan (ft)117.9104103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.688.2
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)107.254.556.9
Overall Height (ft)40.32725.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195