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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Robinson R66

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long‑range VIP airliner category aircraft, typically configured for a few dozen passengers in executive comfort but capable of carrying well over 100 in higher‑density layouts, with intercontinental range on the order of roughly 6,000–6,500 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet, generally seating around 12–19 passengers in typical executive layouts, with range roughly about 7,500 nautical miles, optimized for nonstop intercontinental missions with fewer passengers than a BBJ but more private-jet flexibility. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore, SAR, and VIP transport, usually carrying about 12–16 passengers with range commonly in the few‑hundred‑nautical‑mile class (often ~450–500 nm with reserves, mission dependent). The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter, typically carrying 4 passengers plus pilot, with short‑range capability around ~300–350 nautical miles depending on fuel, payload, and conditions.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Gulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 15.57
Min Crew441
Total Seats121621
ManufacturerBoeingGulfstreamLeonardo
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9G700AW189
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63767500651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.74
Max Cabin Seats351919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)77120
Standard Cabin Seats81219
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$78,000,000$2,413,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew441
Total Seats101621
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats351919
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats81219
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPearl 700CT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800018250
No. of Engines222
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower1983
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4109.957.8
Wingspan (ft)117.9103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.68.2
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)107.256.9
Overall Height (ft)40.325.416.6
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148585
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395