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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Sikorsky S 92

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large business jet based on an airliner platform, best suited to long-range, high-capacity VIP travel. It offers intercontinental range (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles, depending on configuration) and typically carries a small VIP group in luxury, though it can be configured for several dozen passengers. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a purpose-built ultra-long-range business jet, optimized for efficient intercontinental missions. It generally provides about 6,400–6,450 nautical miles of range and commonly seats around 12–16 passengers in executive layouts, prioritizing comfort and access to shorter runways. The Enstrom 480B is a light, single-turbine helicopter for short-range missions such as utility, training, or local transport. Range is on the order of a few hundred nautical miles, and passenger capacity is typically around 4–5 including the pilot. The Sikorsky S-92 is a medium/large twin-engine helicopter designed for offshore, SAR, and corporate shuttle roles. It has substantially more lift and cabin volume than the 480B, with range typically in the 500–600 nautical mile class and seating often around 12–19 passengers depending on interior and mission fit.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Dassault Falcon 8XSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 7.66$ 19.79
Min Crew422
Total Seats121721
ManufacturerBoeingDassault FalconSikorsky
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 98XS-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63766450439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.64$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats351619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)77120369007417
Standard Cabin Seats81419
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 3,805$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellHoneywell Primus EASy IIEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$ 62,500,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit232
Min Crew422
Total Seats101721
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats351619
Cabin Pressure (psi)910.2
Standard Cabin Seats81419
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400029200
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPW307DCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)280006722
No. of Engines231
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.480.2
Wingspan (ft)117.986.3
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.67.7
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.2
Cabin Length (ft)107.242.7
Overall Height (ft)40.326.117.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.76.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.629.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485140
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695775
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140