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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 and Gulfstream G700 are long‑range fixed‑wing business jets, while the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer and Sikorsky S‑92 are rotorcraft aimed at short‑ to medium‑range point‑to‑point missions with vertical lift. By category, the BBJ MAX 9 is a large corporate/VIP airliner derivative, optimized for high‑capacity executive transport. The G700 is an ultra‑long‑range purpose‑built business jet focused on nonstop intercontinental trips. The 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter typically used for law enforcement, utility, and corporate shuttles. The S‑92 is a large medium/heavy twin helicopter commonly used for offshore energy transport, SAR, and VIP shuttle roles. In range, the BBJ MAX 9 and G700 are intercontinental, roughly on the order of about 6,000–7,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration. The 902 Explorer is typically a few hundred nautical miles, and the S‑92 is generally longer‑legged for a helicopter, often around 500–600 nautical miles, mission‑equipped. In passenger capacity, the BBJ MAX 9 carries the most (often tens of passengers, potentially far more in dense layouts), the G700 typically seats around a dozen to under twenty, the 902 Explorer generally carries about 8–10, and the S‑92 commonly seats around 19 (higher in high‑density variants).

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Gulfstream G700Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 19.79
Min Crew442
Total Seats121621
ManufacturerBoeingGulfstreamSikorsky
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9G700S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63767500439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats351919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771207417
Standard Cabin Seats81219
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$78,000,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew442
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 700CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800018250
No. of Engines221
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Horsepower2520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4109.9
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)40.325.417.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485140
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)775