Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24
In category, the Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, airliner-derived VIP jet offering head-of-state or corporate “flying office” capability and the most space by far. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long-range, large-cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental missions with high comfort and strong short/rough-field flexibility for its class. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet with a unique emphasis on utility, including operation from short and unimproved runways, blending business travel with cargo/medevac versatility. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed twin-turboprop positioned between traditional turboprops and light jets, prioritizing efficiency and runway performance. For range, the BBJ MAX 9 typically leads (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on fit and tanks), the Falcon 8X is close behind at about 6,450 nautical miles, the PC-24 is mid-pack at about 2,000 nautical miles, and the Avanti EVO is similar to slightly lower at roughly 1,700–1,800 nautical miles. For passenger capacity, the BBJ MAX 9 can be configured for a few dozen to more than 50 in VIP layouts, the Falcon 8X commonly carries about 12–16, the PC-24 about 6–10, and the Avanti EVO about 6–9.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 7.66 | — | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 17 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Dassault Falcon | Piaggio | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | 8X | Avanti EVO | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 6450 | 1530 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.64 | — | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 16 | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 36900 | 3775 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 14 | 6 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 3,805 | — | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 400 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 17 | 8 | 6 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 16 | 7 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 10.2 | 9 | 9.3 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 14 | 6 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 29200 | 24000 | 23500 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | 6600 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PW307D | PT6A–66B | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 3600 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 28 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 6722 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 | — |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 80.2 | 47.3 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 86.3 | 47.1 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 7.7 | 6.1 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 5.8 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 42.7 | 14.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 26.1 | 13.1 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 6.3 | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | 29.2 | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1695 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 35.2 | 90 |