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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 Rules——IFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew441
Total Seats101621
ConfigurationGreen Interior——
Max Cabin Seats351919
Cabin Pressure (psi)9——
Standard Cabin Seats81219
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000——
Crew Rest—Optional—
Jump Seat—Yes—
Galley Location—FWD—
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT—
Engine
FADECYes—Yes
ModelLEAP-1BPearl 700CT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15——
Thrust (lbs)2800018250—
No. of Engines222
Fuel Type——JetFuel
Horsepower——1983
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)1485—85
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—195—
Rotor Diameter (ft)——48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)——395