Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Piper M600 Sls vs Sikorsky S 92
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long-range business jet derived from an airliner, typically configured for a small number of VIP passengers in high comfort, but able to carry far more if fitted in a denser layout. It offers by far the greatest range among the four, suited to intercontinental missions. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short-to-medium regional legs, unimproved strips, and cargo or mixed passenger work. Its passenger capacity is modest, generally around the single digits to low teens depending on configuration, with range far below the BBJ but practical for remote operations. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft, carrying a small cabin load (typically one pilot plus several passengers) with a range that can be strong for its class, usually exceeding the Caravan’s typical passenger mission range but with much less payload flexibility. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium-lift twin‑engine helicopter, carrying a sizable group for offshore or SAR-style missions. Its range is the shortest here, trading speed and endurance for vertical-lift capability.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Piper M600 SLS | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 2.19 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 6 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Piper | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | M600 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1406 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | — | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 2200 | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 603 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Garmin G3000 | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 274 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $3,081,400 | $30,650,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 5 | 21 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | — | 19 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 5.6 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | 19 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 12600 | — |
| Lavatory | — | No | — |
| Galley Location | — | MID | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Refreshment Centre | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 8644 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | No | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PT6A-42A | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3600 | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 55 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | 600 | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 260 | 760 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 29.7 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 43.2 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 4.1 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 4 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 12.3 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 11.3 | 17.8 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | 140 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 165 | 775 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 20 | — |