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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long-range VIP airliner-class business jet, offering the greatest intercontinental reach of the group and typically accommodating the most passengers in a high-density layout, though in executive configurations it trades seat count for lounge and bedroom space. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long-range, large-cabin business jet with transoceanic-capable range on many missions and a typical executive passenger load in the low-to-mid teens, emphasizing comfort and multiple cabin zones rather than maximum seats. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop aimed at utility, commuter, and remote operations; it has far shorter range than the jets but can carry around 9 to 14 passengers depending on configuration, excelling on short, unimproved, or regional routes. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter for short-hop missions; it has the shortest range and the smallest passenger capacity, commonly carrying roughly 4 to 7 passengers, but provides vertical access where runways are unavailable.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 15.74
Min Crew4
Total Seats12
ManufacturerBoeing
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)6376
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97
Max Cabin Seats35
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)77120
Standard Cabin Seats8
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew4
Total Seats10
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats35
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats8
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Engine
FADECYes
ModelLEAP-1B
TBO (hrs)On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)28000
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4
Wingspan (ft)117.9
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.2
Overall Height (ft)40.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485