Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is an airliner-based VIP aircraft in the large/VIP transport category, offering intercontinental range (roughly 6,000–6,500 nautical miles depending on configuration) and by far the greatest passenger capacity; while typical VIP layouts carry a few dozen, it can accommodate substantially more if fitted in airline-style seating. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet with about 7,700 nautical miles of range and typically carries around 8–19 passengers in executive comfort. The Gulfstream G700 is also an ultra-long-range business jet, broadly comparable in category and mission, with roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range and typical executive seating around 10–19 passengers. The Pilatus PC-24 sits in the light/“super versatile” jet category, trading size and range for access and flexibility; it has about 2,000 nautical miles of range (depending on payload and reserves) and generally seats about 6–10 passengers. Overall, BBJ MAX 9 leads in capacity, Global 7500 and G700 lead in ultra-long range with premium cabins, and PC-24 leads in smaller-footprint versatility.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | — | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 | 16 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | G700 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 | 7500 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | — | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | — | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 16 | 6 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 19 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | — | 9.3 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 12 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | — | 23500 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | Optional | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | Yes | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport | Pearl 700 | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 | 18250 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 | 109.9 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 | 103 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 | 8.2 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 6.25 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 | 56.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 | 25.4 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 195 | 90 |