Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long-range VIP airliner in the large business jet category, designed for intercity and intercontinental travel. It offers by far the greatest range (roughly in the 6,000–6,600 nautical mile class with auxiliary tanks, depending on fit) and typically carries a small VIP party in high comfort, often around 25–50 passengers, though layouts can vary widely. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) MD 902 Explorer is a twin-engine light helicopter aimed at corporate, EMS, and law-enforcement missions. Its range is typically a few hundred nautical miles (about 300–400 nm), with seating commonly for 6–8 occupants including crew. The Robinson R66 is a smaller, single-engine turbine helicopter for private and utility use. It generally carries about 4–5 people including the pilot, with range also in the few-hundred-nautical-mile bracket (roughly 300–350 nm). The Sikorsky S-92 is a larger, twin-engine medium helicopter used for offshore transport and executive shuttle work. It has greater capacity and range than the MD 902 and R66, commonly seating around 12–19 passengers, with range typically around 500–600 nm depending on configuration.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 21 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | S-92 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.94 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $30,650,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 21 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 19 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 4000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | JetFuel |
| Horsepower | — | 2520 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 760 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | — |
| 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) | 40.3 | 17.8 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | 140 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 775 |