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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, airline-derived VIP jet suited to long-haul missions, offering intercontinental range (roughly 6,000+ nm depending on fit and reserves) and the highest passenger capacity of the group, typically configured for a few dozen passengers in executive layouts but capable of far more in denser seating. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet optimized for efficient regional-to-transcontinental trips, with a typical range around 2,000–2,100 nm and seating commonly 8–9 passengers (up to about 12 depending on configuration). The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single-engine turboprop aimed at owner-operators, best for shorter business trips, with range around 1,500–1,700 nm and a practical capacity of 4–6 passengers (up to 6 plus pilot depending on use and payload). The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a twin-engine light helicopter focused on short-range, point-to-point access, with range roughly 300–400 nm and seating typically 7–8 including the pilot.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Cessna Citation XLS+Daher TBM 960
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 5.34$ 2.25
Min Crew421
Total Seats12106
ManufacturerBoeingCessna CitationDaher TBM
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9XLS+TBM 960
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)637619061730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.67$ 0.56
Max Cabin Seats359
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)7712075402908
Standard Cabin Seats884
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 2,303$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470430330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$15,500,000$4,450,000
Flight RulesIFR
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew421
Total Seats10106
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats359
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.36.2
Standard Cabin Seats884
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)240002523014390
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingNo
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Galley LocationFWDMID
Lavatory LocationAFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPW545CTBM 960
TBO (hrs)On-Condition50003500
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 10ISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)280004119
No. of Engines22
Horsepower850
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.452.535.3
Wingspan (ft)117.956.342.1
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.7
Cabin Width (ft)11.65.54
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.74.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.218.513.4
Overall Height (ft)40.317.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.614.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148580
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123