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

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner in the business-jetliner category, offering the longest range of the three at roughly 6,300–6,600 nautical miles and the greatest space and potential passenger capacity; in VIP layouts it typically carries a few dozen passengers in high comfort, but it can be configured for significantly more if desired. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range large-cabin business jet, optimized for intercontinental missions with a range around 6,450 nautical miles; it usually seats about 8–16 passengers in executive configurations, prioritizing efficiency and access to smaller airports versus an airliner-based platform. The Sikorsky S-92 is a medium/heavy twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore, government, and VIP transport; its range is far shorter—typically around 500–600 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves—and passenger capacity is generally in the 12–19 seat class, with the key advantage being vertical lift and access to helipads and remote sites rather than long-distance cruise.

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