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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large-cabin, airline-derivative business jet intended for VIP transport and high-capacity missions. It sits in a different category from the other two, offering intercontinental-style range (typically on the order of roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration) and the highest passenger capacity, commonly arranged for a few dozen passengers in executive layouts, with potential for substantially more in denser seating. The Daher TBM 960 is a single-engine turboprop, optimized for owner-operators and fast regional travel. Its range is typically around the 1,500–1,700 nautical mile class, and it generally carries about 4–6 passengers plus a pilot, emphasizing efficiency rather than cabin volume. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet designed for flexible point-to-point operations, including access to shorter or less-developed runways. Its range is typically around the 2,000 nautical mile class, and it usually accommodates about 6–10 passengers depending on interior choices, bridging the gap between the TBM 960’s small-cabin efficiency and the BBJ MAX 9’s long-range, high-capacity capability.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Daher TBM 960Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 2.25$ 3.71
Min Crew411
Total Seats1266
ManufacturerBoeingDaher TBMPilatus
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9TBM 960PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)637617302076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.56$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats3510
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)7712029086680
Standard Cabin Seats846
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 744$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGarmin G3000Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470330440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$4,450,000$11,800,000
Flight RulesIFR
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew411
Total Seats1066
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3510
Cabin Pressure (psi)96.29.3
Standard Cabin Seats846
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)240001439023500
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Lavatory LocationFWD
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BTBM 960FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition35005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 49ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)280003435
No. of Engines22
Horsepower850
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.435.352.2
Wingspan (ft)117.942.155.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.645.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.14.15.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.213.423
Overall Height (ft)40.317.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.617
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90