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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, airliner-derived VIP transport in the “head-of-state/corporate shuttle” category, offering intercontinental range and by far the greatest passenger capacity; depending on cabin fit it can carry dozens of passengers in high-density layouts, or far fewer in luxury configurations. The Gulfstream G700 is a long-range, large-cabin business jet optimized for premium comfort and nonstop intercontinental missions, typically carrying roughly a dozen to under twenty passengers in executive seating, with range comparable to other top-tier ultra-long-range jets but less capacity than the BBJ. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin-turboprop business aircraft that sits between jets and regional turboprops: it has a much shorter range than the BBJ MAX 9 or G700, but is efficient for regional to medium-length trips and usually seats around six to nine passengers. The Enstrom 480B is a single-engine turbine helicopter for short-range utility and executive missions, with the shortest range and the smallest capacity, generally accommodating about four to five passengers plus the pilot.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Gulfstream G700Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 15.74
Min Crew441
Total Seats12168
ManufacturerBoeingGulfstreamPiaggio
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9G700Avanti EVO
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)637675001530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97
Max Cabin Seats35197
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771203775
Standard Cabin Seats8126
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$78,000,000$ 7,695,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew441
Total Seats10168
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats35197
Cabin Pressure (psi)99
Standard Cabin Seats8126
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400024000
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
LavatoryNo
Galley / RefreshmentNo
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPearl 700PT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition3600
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 28
Thrust (lbs)2800018250
No. of Engines222
Horsepower850
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4109.947.3
Wingspan (ft)117.910347.1
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.68.26.1
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.255.8
Cabin Length (ft)107.256.914.9
Overall Height (ft)40.325.413.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.5
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19535.2