Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long-range VIP airliner category aircraft, offering intercontinental reach (roughly 6,000–6,600 nautical miles depending on configuration) and the largest cabin volume of this group; passenger capacity varies widely by interior, typically around 25–50 in VIP layouts, but it can be fitted for substantially more. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra-long-range business jet, generally around 7,000–7,500 nautical miles, optimized for 10–19 passengers in executive comfort with fewer people than a BBJ but with higher point-to-point flexibility and private-jet operating profile. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light-to-super-midsize “Swiss Army knife” business jet designed for versatility and short/rough-field capability; range is about 2,000 nautical miles and typical passenger loads are about 6–10. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a super-medium helicopter, suited to vertical-lift missions rather than long-distance cruise; practical range is a few hundred nautical miles (commonly ~450–500 nm with reserves depending on load) and seating is typically around 16–19.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Gulfstream G700 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | — | $ 15.57 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 16 | 21 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Gulfstream | Leonardo | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | G700 | AW189 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7500 | 651 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | — | $ 0.74 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 19 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | — | $ 2,413 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | EFIS | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 155 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $78,000,000 | $2,413,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 16 | 21 | 6 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 19 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | — | 9.3 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 19 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | — | 23500 |
| Crew Rest | — | Optional | — | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — | FWD |
| Lavatory | — | — | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | — | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Pearl 700 | CT7-2E1 | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 4000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | — | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18250 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel | — |
| Horsepower | — | — | 1983 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 109.9 | 57.8 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 103 | — | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8.2 | — | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.25 | — | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 56.9 | — | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 25.4 | 16.6 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | 85 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | — | 90 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | — | 48 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 395 | — |