Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 sits in the airliner-derived VIP category, offering by far the longest range (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles, depending on fit and reserves) and the most cabin volume; it can be configured for anything from a few dozen VIP travelers to higher-density layouts, but typical executive arrangements often carry around 20–50 passengers with multiple zones. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet aimed at efficient regional to transcontinental missions, with a typical range around 2,000 nautical miles and seating commonly for about 7–9 passengers in executive configuration. The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single-engine turboprop, best viewed as an owner-operator aircraft: it has a range on the order of 1,400–1,700 nautical miles and typically carries 4–6 passengers plus a pilot, prioritizing speed and economy over cabin size. The Pilatus PC-24 is a “super versatile” light jet designed for short/rough-field access, with about 2,000 nautical miles of range and generally 6–10 passengers depending on layout.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Daher TBM 960 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 5.34 | $ 2.25 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Cessna Citation | Daher TBM | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | XLS+ | TBM 960 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1906 | 1730 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | — | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 7540 | 2908 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 4 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 2,303 | $ 744 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 430 | 330 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $15,500,000 | $4,450,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | — |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | Turbo Prop | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | — | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.3 | 6.2 | 9.3 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 4 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 25230 | 14390 | 23500 |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — | No |
| Jump Seat | — | No | — | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | MID | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | — | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PW545C | TBM 960 | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 3500 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 4119 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | — | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 52.5 | 35.3 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 56.3 | 42.1 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | 0.7 | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 5.5 | 4 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 5.7 | 4.1 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 18.5 | 13.4 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 17.2 | — | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 3.9 | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | 14.3 | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | 80 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | — | 90 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 123 | — |