Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long-range VIP airliner category aircraft, typically offering the greatest range of the group at roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on fit and mission, and the highest capacity, commonly configured for about 25–50 passengers in executive layouts (and far more in airline seating). The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra-long-range large-cabin business jet, with range around 6,450 nautical miles and usually carries about 8–16 passengers in comfort-focused cabins. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light-to-midsize “super versatile” business jet optimized for short and semi-prepared runways, with range roughly 2,000–2,400 nautical miles and typical seating around 6–10 passengers (higher in commuter layouts). The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single-engine turboprop utility aircraft for regional and rugged operations, with much shorter range of roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles and capacity commonly up to about 9–14 passengers depending on configuration.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 7.66 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 17 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Dassault Falcon | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | 8X | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 6450 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 16 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 36900 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 14 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 3,805 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 17 | 6 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 16 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 10.2 | 9.3 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 14 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 29200 | 23500 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | No | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PW307D | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 6722 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 80.2 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 86.3 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 7.7 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 42.7 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 26.1 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 6.3 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | 29.2 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1695 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 90 |