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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long-range, large-cabin business jet derived from an airliner, best suited to intercontinental travel and high passenger counts. In typical VIP layouts it often carries roughly 25–50 passengers (and can be configured higher), with a range commonly cited around 6,000–6,600 nautical miles, depending on configuration and reserves. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter aimed at short-range utility and executive missions, such as city-to-site transport, public safety, and offshore support. It generally seats about 8–10 occupants including the pilot(s), with practical range typically in the few-hundred-nautical-mile class (around 250–350 nm depending on payload and conditions). The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed twin-turboprop business aircraft positioned between helicopters/light jets and large business jets. It typically carries 6–9 passengers, with range commonly around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles. In short, the BBJ MAX 9 maximizes range and capacity, the 902 prioritizes vertical access and short legs, and the Avanti EVO balances speed, efficiency, and midrange capability.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74
Min Crew41
Total Seats128
ManufacturerBoeingPiaggio
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9Avanti EVO
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63761530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97
Max Cabin Seats357
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771203775
Standard Cabin Seats86
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$ 7,695,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Total Seats108
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats357
Cabin Pressure (psi)99
Standard Cabin Seats86
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400024000
LavatoryNo
Galley / RefreshmentNo
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)On-Condition3600
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 28
Thrust (lbs)28000
No. of Engines22
Horsepower850
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.447.3
Wingspan (ft)117.947.1
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.66.1
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.8
Cabin Length (ft)107.214.9
Overall Height (ft)40.313.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.5
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.2