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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, airline-derived VIP jet suited to intercontinental missions, offering the longest range of this group at roughly 6,000–6,500 nautical miles and typically accommodating a few dozen passengers in executive layouts, with capacity varying widely by interior (often around 25–50+). The Dassault Falcon 8X is a purpose-built long-range business jet, also intercontinental, with about 6,000–6,450 nautical miles of range and a more typical VIP capacity around 12–16 passengers (with higher-density options possible). The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter optimized for short-range utility and special-mission work, generally flying a few hundred nautical miles (commonly ~300–350 nm) and carrying about 6–8 passengers depending on configuration. The Robinson R66 is a light single-engine turbine helicopter aimed at shorter hops, usually around ~300 nm range, and seats about 4 passengers plus a pilot (commonly 5 total seats). Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 and Falcon 8X dominate on range and cabin volume, while the 902 and R66 trade speed and distance for vertical access and operational flexibility.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Dassault Falcon 8X
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 7.66
Min Crew42
Total Seats1217
ManufacturerBoeingDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 98X
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63766450
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats3516
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)7712036900
Standard Cabin Seats814
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellHoneywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$ 62,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit23
Min Crew42
Total Seats1017
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3516
Cabin Pressure (psi)910.2
Standard Cabin Seats814
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
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPW307D
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)280006722
No. of Engines23
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)40.326.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.76.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.629.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140