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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a VIP-configured large airliner, suited to head-of-state or corporate shuttle missions. It offers by far the greatest range (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on fit and reserves) and the largest cabin and passenger capacity, typically arranged for a few dozen passengers in comfort, with potential for more in high-density layouts. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long-range large-cabin business jet. It carries fewer passengers than the BBJ but still supports true intercontinental-style missions, with range around 3,900 nautical miles and seating commonly in the 10–14 passenger class, sometimes higher depending on configuration. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop for owner-operators, optimized for efficiency and shorter runways. It typically seats about 4–6 passengers and has range on the order of 1,400–1,500 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a light turbine helicopter emphasizing short-hop flexibility and point-to-point access. It generally carries 4–5 occupants total and has a much shorter range, roughly 300–350 nautical miles.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 2.19
Min Crew41
Total Seats126
ManufacturerBoeingPiper
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63761406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats35
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)771202200
Standard Cabin Seats84
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$3,081,400
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Total Seats105
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats35
Cabin Pressure (psi)95.6
Standard Cabin Seats84
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400012600
LavatoryNo
Galley LocationMID
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelLEAP-1BPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On-Condition3600
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)28000
No. of Engines21
Horsepower600
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.429.7
Wingspan (ft)117.943.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.64.1
Cabin Height (ft)7.14
Cabin Length (ft)107.212.3
Overall Height (ft)40.311.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20