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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long‑range corporate jet airliner, typically configured for roughly 25–50 passengers in VIP layouts (far more in airline seating) and capable of intercontinental range on the order of about 6,000–6,600 nautical miles, making it the clear outlier for distance and cruise efficiency. The Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium twin helicopter aimed at offshore and utility missions, usually carrying about 16–19 passengers, with practical range commonly around 400–500 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter, generally seating about 8–10 passengers, with shorter range typically around 250–350 nautical miles, optimized for city, EMS, and patrol roles rather than long overwater legs. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a heavy twin helicopter for offshore transport and SAR, often carrying about 19 passengers, with range commonly around 500–600 nautical miles, offering higher payload and offshore capability than the AW189, but far less range than the BBJ MAX 9.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 15.57$ 19.79
Min Crew412
Total Seats122121
ManufacturerBoeingLeonardoSikorsky
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9AW189S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)6376651439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.74$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats351919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771207417
Standard Cabin Seats81919
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 2,413$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellEFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470155155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$2,413,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFRIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew412
Total Seats102121
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats351919
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats81919
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BCT7-2E1CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-Condition40004000
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)28000
No. of Engines221
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
Horsepower19832520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.457.8
Wingspan (ft)117.9
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.2
Overall Height (ft)40.316.617.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148585140
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395775