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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Leonardo Aw189

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large business jet based on an airliner, best suited to long-range executive transport with a typical VIP layout carrying roughly 25–50 passengers (and potentially more in higher-density configurations) and intercontinental range on the order of about 6,000 nautical miles. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short‑to‑medium regional missions; it typically carries 9–14 passengers and has a range generally around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop business aircraft focused on speed and efficiency for small groups; it commonly carries 4–6 passengers (up to about 6–7 seats installed) with range roughly around 1,400 nautical miles. The Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore, SAR, and corporate shuttle roles; it typically carries about 12–16 passengers with range commonly around 450–500 nautical miles, varying significantly with reserves and mission fit.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Daher TBM 960AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 2.25$ 15.57
Min Crew411
Total Seats12621
ManufacturerBoeingDaher TBMLeonardo
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9TBM 960AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63761730651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.56$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats3519
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771202908
Standard Cabin Seats8419
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 744$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGarmin G3000EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470330155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$4,450,000$2,413,000
Flight RulesIFRIFR
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew411
Total Seats10621
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3519
Cabin Pressure (psi)96.2
Standard Cabin Seats8419
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400014390
LavatoryNo
Galley LocationMID
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BTBM 960CT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On-Condition35004000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)28000
No. of Engines22
Horsepower8501983
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.435.357.8
Wingspan (ft)117.942.1
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.64
Cabin Height (ft)7.14.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.213.4
Overall Height (ft)40.316.6
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148585
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123395
Rotor Diameter (ft)48