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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long-range VIP airliner in the large-cabin/airliner category, offering intercontinental range (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on fit and mission) and typically carrying a small VIP party in high-comfort layouts, though it can seat on the order of a few dozen passengers when configured more densely. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet optimized for short-to-medium missions, with about 1,800–2,100 nautical miles of range and usually 8–9 passengers. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter used for corporate, utility, and public-safety roles; its range is typically a few hundred nautical miles (around 300–400) with seating commonly for about 6–8 occupants depending on configuration. The Pilatus PC-24 is a “super versatile” light jet designed for rough/short-field capability, with about 1,800–2,000 nautical miles of range and typically 6–10 passengers. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 leads in range and space, the XLS+ and PC-24 compete in business-jet missions, and the 902 trades speed and range for vertical access.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Cessna Citation XLS+Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 5.34$ 3.71
Min Crew421
Total Seats12106
ManufacturerBoeingCessna CitationPilatus
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9XLS+PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)637619062076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.67$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats35910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)7712075406680
Standard Cabin Seats886
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 2,303$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470430440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$15,500,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew421
Total Seats10106
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats35910
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.39.3
Standard Cabin Seats886
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)240002523023500
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPW545CFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition50005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 10ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)2800041193435
No. of Engines222
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.452.552.2
Wingspan (ft)117.956.355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.65.55.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.75.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.218.523
Overall Height (ft)40.317.217.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.93.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.614.317
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148580
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1090