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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long-range, VIP-configured airliner in the large business jet category, typically carrying a few dozen passengers in executive layouts (often around 25–50, depending on configuration) and offering intercontinental range on the order of roughly 6,000+ nautical miles. The Pilatus PC-24 is a midsize “super versatile” business jet designed for smaller groups, usually seating about 6–10 passengers in executive use, with a range commonly around 2,000 nautical miles, optimized for flexible operations including shorter or semi-prepared runways. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin-engine helicopter, generally carrying about 6–8 occupants, with a range in the few-hundred–nautical-mile class (roughly 300–400 nm depending on reserves and configuration), prioritizing point-to-point access and hover capability over speed and distance. The Robinson R66 is a light single-engine turbine helicopter, typically carrying 4–5 occupants, with a similar short-range profile in the few-hundred–nautical-mile range, best suited to shorter hops with lower operating complexity than larger twins.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 3.71
Min Crew41
Total Seats126
ManufacturerBoeingPilatus
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63762076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats3510
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)771206680
Standard Cabin Seats86
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Total Seats106
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3510
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3
Standard Cabin Seats86
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400023500
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)280003435
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.452.2
Wingspan (ft)117.955.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.65.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.1
Cabin Length (ft)107.223
Overall Height (ft)40.317.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.617
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)90