Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long‑range business jet derived from an airliner. It sits in the heavy jet category and is designed for intercontinental missions, with typical range on the order of roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration, and it can be outfitted for a few dozen passengers in VIP layouts (while the underlying airframe can carry far more in airline seating). The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop in the high‑performance owner‑flown/business category. It is optimized for fast regional travel, typically around 1,000–1,700 nautical miles range, and usually carries 4–6 passengers plus a pilot, depending on how you count occupied seats. The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine piston helicopter aimed at utility/training and short‑haul work. Its range is a few hundred nautical miles, and capacity is typically about 4–5 people including the pilot. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter used for corporate, law enforcement, and EMS roles. It generally offers a similar short‑range profile (hundreds of nautical miles) but with more payload flexibility, typically seating around 6–8 including the pilot(s), depending on interior and mission fit.