Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a VIP airliner class aircraft: it offers by far the longest range in this group (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles, depending on fit and reserves) and the greatest passenger capacity, typically configured for a few dozen in VIP comfort but capable of much more in airline-style seating. The Gulfstream G700 sits in the ultra-long-range large-cabin business jet category, with intercontinental range around 7,000+ nautical miles and a typical passenger load around 12–19 in executive layouts, emphasizing nonstop global missions with high comfort. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet, optimized for shorter to medium missions, with range roughly around 2,000 nautical miles and typical seating about 8–9 passengers. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet with “super versatile” utility; it generally carries about 6–10 passengers depending on configuration, has range roughly around 2,000 nautical miles, and stands out less on pure range than on flexibility, including the ability to use shorter and less-developed runways compared with the others.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 5.34 | — | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 10 | 16 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | XLS+ | G700 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1906 | 7500 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.67 | — | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 7540 | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 2,303 | — | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 430 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 16 | 6 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | 19 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.3 | — | 9.3 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 25230 | — | 23500 |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | No | Optional | No |
| Jump Seat | — | No | Yes | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PW545C | Pearl 700 | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | On Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | — | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 4119 | 18250 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 52.5 | 109.9 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 56.3 | 103 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | 0.7 | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 5.5 | 8.2 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 5.7 | 6.25 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 18.5 | 56.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 17.2 | 25.4 | 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 | 195 | 90 |