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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long-range, large-cabin VIP airliner category aircraft, typically configured for a relatively small executive complement compared with its airliner roots, but it can be outfitted to carry dozens of passengers in high-density layouts; it offers intercontinental range on the order of roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra-long-range purpose-built business jet, generally carrying about 10–19 passengers in executive comfort, with range around 7,000+ nautical miles, prioritizing nonstop global city pairs. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX sits in the utility single‑engine turboprop category, optimized for short and rugged operations, usually carrying about 9–14 passengers with a range roughly around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a medium twin-engine helicopter, typically accommodating about 16–19 passengers in an offshore/transport layout, with range commonly in the ~450–500 nautical mile class, trading speed and range for vertical-lift access.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Gulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 15.57
Min Crew441
Total Seats121621
ManufacturerBoeingGulfstreamLeonardo
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9G700AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63767500651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats351919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)77120
Standard Cabin Seats81219
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$78,000,000$2,413,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew441
Total Seats101621
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats351919
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats81219
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPearl 700CT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800018250
No. of Engines222
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4109.957.8
Wingspan (ft)117.9103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.68.2
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)107.256.9
Overall Height (ft)40.325.416.6
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148585
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395