Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long‑range business jet/airliner derivative, typically used for VIP transport with a customized cabin. It offers intercontinental range (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration) and, while it can seat well over 150 in airline layout, BBJ executive interiors usually carry a few dozen passengers in high comfort. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a super‑medium helicopter designed for offshore, SAR, and utility/VIP missions. Its range is short compared with a jet—generally a few hundred nautical miles, extendable with auxiliary tanks—and typical seating is around 16–19 passengers depending on interior and mission equipment. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a heavier, long‑legged medium helicopter widely used for offshore transport, SAR, and head‑of‑state/VIP roles. It generally offers somewhat greater payload and similar or slightly greater practical mission radius than the AW189 (again, on the order of a few hundred nautical miles, mission‑dependent) and typically seats about 19 passengers, with layouts varying by operator. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 dominates on range and speed, while the AW189 and S‑92 trade range for vertical lift and point‑to‑point access without runways.