Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Enstrom 480b vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long‑range VIP airliner category aircraft, offering intercontinental capability (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration) and the highest capacity, typically arranged for a few dozen passengers in luxury, though it is derived from an airliner that can seat far more. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑performance twin‑turboprop business aircraft, with medium range around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles and seating commonly for about 7–9 passengers. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine utility turboprop designed for short‑to‑medium regional missions, usually around 900–1,200 nautical miles with typical seating up to 9 passengers (or more in commuter layouts). The Enstrom 480B is a turbine helicopter in the light/utility category, optimized for short‑range operations—often a few hundred nautical miles depending on reserves and profile—and typically carries about 4–5 passengers plus a pilot. Overall, BBJ MAX 9 leads on range and cabin volume, Avanti EVO balances speed and efficiency, Caravan EX prioritizes rugged versatility, and the 480B excels in vertical access over distance.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | — |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Avanti EVO |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 8 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 7 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 24000 |
| Lavatory | — | No |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | No |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 6600 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 47.1 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 13.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 3.5 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 35.2 |