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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Robinson R66

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long-range VIP airliner based on the 737 MAX 9, best suited to head-of-state or large corporate missions. It offers the greatest range of the three (typically around 6,000–6,500 nautical miles with auxiliary fuel tanks) and the largest passenger capacity; in VIP layouts it commonly carries a few dozen passengers in multiple zones, while high-density airline-style seating can exceed 200. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel with a smaller footprint than an airliner. Its typical range is about 3,900–4,000 nautical miles, and it usually seats around 13 passengers in an executive configuration, balancing comfort with access to more airports than a BBJ. The Robinson R66 is a light single-engine turbine helicopter for short-range, flexible point-to-point missions. It has the shortest range (roughly 300–350 nautical miles, depending on reserves and conditions) and the smallest capacity, generally carrying a pilot plus up to four passengers.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 15.74
Min Crew4
Total Seats12
ManufacturerBoeing
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)6376
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97
Max Cabin Seats35
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)77120
Standard Cabin Seats8
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew4
Total Seats10
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats35
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats8
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Engine
FADECYes
ModelLEAP-1B
TBO (hrs)On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)28000
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4
Wingspan (ft)117.9
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.2
Overall Height (ft)40.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485