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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large-business-jet derivative of a narrowbody airliner, best suited to moving larger groups over long distances; typical VIP layouts generally carry a few dozen passengers (often around 25–50, configurable higher), and advertised range is roughly 6,300 nautical miles. The Bombardier Global 7500 is a purpose-built ultra-long-range business jet optimized for smaller executive parties; it typically carries about 8–19 passengers in luxury configurations and offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range, usually exceeding the BBJ MAX 9 in nonstop reach while carrying fewer people. The Leonardo AW189 is a super-medium twin helicopter focused on regional transport and offshore/utility missions; it generally seats about 16–19 passengers and has a range on the order of 450–500 nautical miles, far shorter than either fixed-wing jet. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter for short-range shuttle, EMS, and patrol roles; it typically carries about 6–8 passengers with a range around 300–350 nautical miles. Overall, the jets dominate intercontinental range, while the helicopters prioritize vertical access and short-to-medium hops.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Bombardier Global 7500AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 9.50$ 15.57
Min Crew421
Total Seats121421
ManufacturerBoeingBombardierLeonardo
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9Global 7500AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63767700651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.79$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats351919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)77120
Standard Cabin Seats81219
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 4,900$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$75,000,000$2,413,000
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew421
Total Seats101421
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats351919
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats81219
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPassportCT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800018920
No. of Engines222
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.411157.8
Wingspan (ft)117.9104
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.68
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.2
Cabin Length (ft)107.254.5
Overall Height (ft)40.32716.6
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148585
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395