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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner category aircraft, offering by far the longest range of this group (typically around 6,000–6,500 nautical miles depending on outfitting) and the greatest passenger capability in a business-jet configuration, often arranged for roughly 25–50+ passengers with significant cabin amenities. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet, with a shorter but still long business range (about 1,800–2,000 nautical miles) and a typical capacity of about 6–10 passengers, emphasizing flexibility and smaller-airport access. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter; its range is comparatively limited (roughly 300–350 nautical miles) and it commonly carries about 6–8 passengers depending on mission layout. The Enstrom 480B is a smaller single-engine helicopter, generally the shortest-range option here (often around 200–300 nautical miles) with seating typically for 4–5 occupants including the pilot. Overall, the fixed-wing jets dominate in range and passenger volume, while the helicopters trade that for vertical lift and point-to-point access.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 3.71
Min Crew41
Total Seats126
ManufacturerBoeingPilatus
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63762076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats3510
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)771206680
Standard Cabin Seats86
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Total Seats106
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3510
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3
Standard Cabin Seats86
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400023500
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)280003435
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.452.2
Wingspan (ft)117.955.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.65.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.223
Overall Height (ft)40.317.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.617
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90