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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 sits in the large, airline-derivative business jet category, offering by far the greatest cabin volume and typically the highest passenger capacity, often configured for around a couple dozen passengers in VIP comfort but capable of many more depending on layout. It also delivers long-range capability suitable for intercontinental missions, generally in the roughly 6,000+ nautical mile class, making it oriented to head-of-state, corporate shuttle, or multi-zone travel with extensive onboard amenities. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a purpose-built ultra-long-range large-cabin business jet. It carries fewer passengers than a BBJ but typically more than a light jet, commonly arranged for about 12–16 in executive layouts, and provides excellent intercontinental range around the 6,000–6,400 nautical mile class, emphasizing efficiency, runway flexibility, and a refined long-haul cabin. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet optimized for versatility. Passenger capacity is usually in the single digits to about 8–10 depending on configuration, and range is notably shorter than the other two (roughly 1,800–2,000 nautical miles class), but it stands out for operating from shorter or less improved runways and combining business-jet speed with utility-aircraft access.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Dassault Falcon 8XPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 7.66$ 3.71
Min Crew421
Total Seats12176
ManufacturerBoeingDassault FalconPilatus
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 98XPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)637664502076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.64$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats351610
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)77120369006680
Standard Cabin Seats8146
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 3,805$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellHoneywell Primus EASy IIPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$ 62,500,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit232
Min Crew421
Total Seats10176
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats351610
Cabin Pressure (psi)910.29.3
Standard Cabin Seats8146
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)240002920023500
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPW307DFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)2800067223435
No. of Engines232
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.480.252.2
Wingspan (ft)117.986.355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.67.75.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.242.723
Overall Height (ft)40.326.117.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.76.33.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.629.217
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14090