Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long-range VIP airliner in the business jet category, offering intercontinental reach (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration) and the highest capacity of the group, typically arranged for about 25–50 passengers in executive layouts, though it can seat far more in airline form. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet suited to regional and transcontinental missions, with a range around 2,000 nautical miles and a typical capacity of about 8–9 passengers. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter optimized for short-range utility and passenger transport, commonly carrying about 6–8 passengers with practical ranges on the order of 300 nautical miles. The Sikorsky S-92 is a heavy twin helicopter used for offshore and high-capacity transport; it carries roughly 19 passengers in typical seating and has a medium range around 500 nautical miles, longer with auxiliary tanks, but remains far shorter-range than either fixed-wing jet.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 5.34 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 10 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Cessna Citation | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | XLS+ | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1906 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 7540 | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 2,303 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 430 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $15,500,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 21 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | 19 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.3 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 19 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 25230 | — |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — |
| Jump Seat | — | No | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PW545C | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 4119 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 52.5 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 56.3 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | 0.7 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 5.5 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 5.7 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 18.5 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 17.2 | 17.8 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 3.9 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | 14.3 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | 80 | 140 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 775 |