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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is an airliner-derived VIP aircraft suited to head‑of‑state or large delegations, offering intercontinental capability (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles) and the highest passenger capacity by far, typically configured for a few dozen to around 50+ in executive layouts. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet optimized for premium corporate travel, with near‑intercontinental range (about 7,000–7,500 nautical miles depending on mission) and a much smaller cabin count, usually around 10–19 passengers in typical executive arrangements. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑speed turboprop business aircraft focused on efficient regional to medium‑range missions, generally around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, carrying about 6–9 passengers. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter intended for short‑range utility and executive hops, with a few hundred nautical miles of range (often ~300+) and seating for about 4 passengers plus a pilot (commonly five seats total). Overall, BBJ MAX 9 emphasizes capacity and presence, G700 emphasizes long-range luxury, Avanti EVO emphasizes efficiency, and the R66 emphasizes flexibility and point-to-point access.

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