Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Enstrom 480b vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long‑range corporate airliner; it offers the greatest range (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles) and the highest passenger capacity, commonly configured for a few dozen in VIP layouts but capable of far more in dense seating. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet designed for efficient regional and transcontinental missions; it typically carries about 8–9 passengers with a range around 2,000 nautical miles. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a versatile “super versatile jet”/light business jet optimized for short and unimproved runways; it generally seats about 6–10 passengers with range in the roughly 2,000 nautical mile class, trading some cruise efficiency for access and flexibility. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine piston helicopter, a very different category focused on vertical lift and short‑hop utility; it typically carries a pilot plus 4 passengers, with range on the order of a few hundred nautical miles. Overall, BBJ MAX 9 leads on range and capacity, Citation XLS+ and PC‑24 balance speed and comfort for smaller groups, and the Enstrom prioritizes point‑to‑point access over distance.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 5.34 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 10 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Cessna Citation | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | XLS+ | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1906 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 7540 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 2,303 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 430 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $15,500,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 6 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 25230 | 23500 |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | No | No |
| Jump Seat | — | No | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PW545C | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 4119 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 52.5 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 56.3 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | 0.7 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 5.5 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 5.7 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 18.5 | 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 |