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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long-range VIP airliner in the large-jet category, typically configured for roughly 25–50 passengers in executive layouts (far more in airline seating) and capable of intercontinental range around 6,000–6,600 nautical miles depending on fit and reserves. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light business jet, generally carrying about 6–10 passengers with a range around 1,800–2,000 nautical miles, valued for versatile operations and shorter runways. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, commonly seating 9–14 passengers with a range roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles, optimized for rugged, regional missions and cargo flexibility. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter, typically carrying about 12–19 passengers with a range around 500–600 nautical miles, prioritizing point-to-point access, offshore transport, and missions where runway independence matters more than speed or distance.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Pilatus PC-24Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 3.71$ 19.79
Min Crew412
Total Seats12621
ManufacturerBoeingPilatusSikorsky
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9PC-24S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63762076439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.62$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats351019
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)7712066807417
Standard Cabin Seats8619
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 1,619$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470440155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$11,800,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew412
Total Seats10621
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats351019
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3
Standard Cabin Seats8619
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400023500
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BFJ44-4A-QPMCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-Condition50004000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)280003435
No. of Engines221
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.452.2
Wingspan (ft)117.955.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.65.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.223
Overall Height (ft)40.317.417.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.617
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485140
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775