Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piper M600 Sls
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner in the business jetliner category, offering intercontinental range typically around 6,000–6,500 nautical miles depending on cabin fit and payload, and it can be configured for roughly 25–50 passengers in executive layouts (far more in airline density). The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range purpose-built business jet, flying about 7,700 nautical miles with a typical executive passenger load around 8–19. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter suited to short-range utility, corporate, and public-service missions; practical range is on the order of 300–400 nautical miles, with seating commonly for about 7–9 people including crew. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop personal/light business aircraft, generally a regional traveler with roughly 1,000–1,500 nautical miles of range and seating for up to 6 occupants. Overall, BBJ MAX 9 and Global 7500 serve long-haul executive travel, while the 902 focuses on vertical-lift access and the M600 targets efficient point-to-point trips.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 5 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | 5.6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | 12600 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | MID |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | 8644 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 20 |