Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 sits in the large jet category and is designed for airline-class range and space in a business-jet configuration, typically flying roughly 6,000–6,500 nautical miles and carrying a few dozen passengers in high-comfort layouts (often around 25–50, depending on interior). The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed twin‑turboprop business aircraft, offering mid-to-long regional capability at about 1,500–1,800 nautical miles with seating commonly around 6–9 passengers. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop (personal/light business aircraft) with a shorter range than the Avanti, roughly 1,200–1,500 nautical miles, and typically seats 5–6 passengers. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑turbine helicopter, optimized for short-range, point-to-point access rather than cross-country legs, usually around 300–350 nautical miles with seating for about 4 passengers plus a pilot. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 prioritizes intercontinental range and cabin volume, the Avanti balances speed and efficiency for regional trips, the M600 targets simpler single‑pilot utility with good range, and the R66 trades range for vertical-access flexibility.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | — | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Piaggio | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Avanti EVO | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1530 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | — | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 7 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 3775 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | — | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 400 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 7 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9 | 5.6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 24000 | 12600 |
| Lavatory | — | No | No |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | No | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 6600 | 8644 |
| Galley Location | — | — | MID |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PT6A–66B | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3600 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 28 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | 600 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 47.3 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 47.1 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 6.1 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 5.8 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 14.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 13.1 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 3.5 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 35.2 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 165 |