Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 and Gulfstream G700 are long-range business jets, while the Robinson R66 and Sikorsky S-92 are helicopters optimized for shorter, point-to-point missions. The BBJ MAX 9 sits in the “large VIP airliner” category, offering intercontinental range on the order of roughly 6,000–6,600 nautical miles depending on configuration, and typically carries a few dozen passengers in VIP layouts, though it can be arranged for significantly more. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra-long-range purpose-built business jet with about 7,500 nautical miles of range and usually seats around 12–19 passengers in executive comfort. The Robinson R66 is a light single-engine helicopter with a range roughly around 300 nautical miles and seats about 4 passengers plus a pilot (five total). The Sikorsky S-92 is a medium/heavy twin-engine helicopter used for offshore and utility/VIP roles, with a typical range around 500–600 nautical miles and commonly carries about 19 passengers (configurations vary).
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Gulfstream G700 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | — | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 16 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Gulfstream | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | G700 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7500 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | — | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | — | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $78,000,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 16 | 21 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 19 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 19 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | — |
| Crew Rest | — | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Pearl 700 | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 109.9 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 103 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8.2 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.25 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 56.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 25.4 | 17.8 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | 140 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 775 |