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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Enstrom 480b vs Leonardo Aw189

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long‑range VIP airliner in the large-jet category, typically configured for a small number of VIP passengers in high comfort (often a few dozen) but capable of far more seats in airline layouts; its range is intercontinental, roughly in the 6,000–7,000 nautical mile class depending on configuration. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet aimed at regional to transcontinental missions, usually carrying about 8–9 passengers, with range around 1,800–2,100 nautical miles. The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine helicopter for short‑range utility and personal/mission work, typically carrying a pilot plus up to four passengers, with range in the few‑hundred‑nautical‑mile class (roughly 300–400). The Leonardo AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter for offshore, SAR, and transport; it commonly carries around 16–19 passengers (layout dependent) and offers medium range for a helicopter, typically several hundred nautical miles (often ~450–500+ with reserves depending on tanks and payload).

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Cessna Citation XLS+AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 5.34$ 15.57
Min Crew421
Total Seats121021
ManufacturerBoeingCessna CitationLeonardo
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9XLS+AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63761906651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.67$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats35919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771207540—
Standard Cabin Seats8819
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 2,303$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellRockwell Collins Pro Line 21EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470430155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$15,500,000$2,413,000
Flight Rules——IFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew421
Total Seats101021
ConfigurationGreen Interior——
Max Cabin Seats35919
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3—
Standard Cabin Seats8819
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400025230—
Lavatory—1 Enclosed Belted Flushing—
Crew Rest—No—
Jump Seat—No—
Galley Location—FWD—
Lavatory Location—AFT—
Galley / Refreshment—Galley—
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPW545CCT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On-Condition50004000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 10—
Thrust (lbs)280004119—
No. of Engines222
Fuel Type——JetFuel
Horsepower——1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.452.557.8
Wingspan (ft)117.956.3—
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.7—
Cabin Width (ft)11.65.5—
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.7—
Cabin Length (ft)107.218.5—
Overall Height (ft)40.317.216.6
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.9—
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.614.3—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)14858085
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—10—
Rotor Diameter (ft)——48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)——395