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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long‑range VIP airliner in the business jet category, typically configured for a few dozen passengers in luxury (often around 25–50) and capable of intercontinental missions at roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on fit and reserves. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft designed for short‑ to medium‑range regional flying, usually seating about 9–14 passengers, with range commonly around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter used for corporate, EMS, and law enforcement roles, generally carrying about 6–8 occupants with a typical range around 300–400 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter suited to private, training, and light utility work, commonly carrying about 4–5 occupants with a typical range around 300 nautical miles. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 dominates range and cabin volume, the Grand Caravan emphasizes flexible short-field utility, and the 902 and R66 trade range and speed for vertical lift and access.

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