Aircraft BBJ 737-8 MAX

The BBJ 737-8 is the golden mean of the line: a cabin of approximately 79 m² with 19–50 seats, a range with auxiliary fuel of approximately 11,900 km, and LEAP-1B engines. It has been in production since 2018. It is ideal both as a 19-seat flying residence and as a corporate jet with 50 business-class seats for transporting top executives. The cabin includes a flight attendant and hot meals. The baggage compartment is accessible in flight. Typical routes include Moscow–Singapore, Almaty–New York, and Tashkent–Tokyo. Send us a request—we will prepare a proposal, calculate the cost, and analyze options tailored to your needs.

737-8 MAX price guides: average used price is $60 million; new price is $118 million. Maintenance at 300-400 flight hours per year is approximately $5.82 million/year, with $14,553 flight hours per hour. The final price depends on the year, flight hours, engine life, and configuration. Send us a request – we will prepare a proposal, calculate maintenance, and analyze options tailored to your needs.

BBJ is a division of Boeing, building VIP versions of production airliners since 1996; more than 260 aircraft have been delivered. The current lineup includes the BBJ 737-7 MAX, BBJ 737-8 MAX (cabin size ~79 m²), and BBJ 737-9 MAX, as well as the wide-body BBJ 787-8/9 and BBJ 777X. Auxiliary fuel tanks are a signature feature, transforming the medium-haul 737 into an intercontinental airliner.

The BBJ 737-7 MAX with auxiliary fuel tanks has a range of up to 13,000 km, while the BBJ 737-8 has a range of around 12,000 km: that's Almaty-New York or Moscow-Los Angeles without a stopover. The wide-body BBJ 787-8 covers approximately 18,000 km—any route on the planet—with a single refueling. At 79–110 m², the cabin is large enough to accommodate a family or a crew of 20–40 people.

A new 737 MAX costs between $1,810,000 and $1,300,000: ~$1,810,000 for the "green" aircraft plus $1,810,000 and $350,000 for the interior and communications. The used market is more affordable: classic first-generation 737 MAXs from 1999–2008 sell for between $1,810,000 and $400,000, depending on the CFM56 engine life and cabin condition. Ownership costs between $4,100,000 and $600,000 per year, with an average flight time of 400 hours.

BBJ 737 MAX vs. ACJ320neo: The Boeing has a slightly longer range in the MAX 7 version (up to 13,000 km) and the world's largest fleet of similar aircraft, making it easier to find crews and spare parts anywhere. The ACJ offers a wider cabin (3.70 m vs. 3.53 m) and fly-by-wire controls. Ownership costs and list prices are comparable, depending on the mission details.

A business jet is a flying residence or headquarters: cabins of 60–270 square meters accommodate bedrooms, showers, meeting rooms for 8–12 people, and a staff area. Typical scenarios include flights for top government and corporate officials with delegations of 15–50 people, family trips with staff, and tours for artists and sports teams. Where even a Global would be cramped for a group, jetland begins.

ACJ TwoTwenty — 18 seats and 10,500 km; ACJ320neo — 25 seats and 11,100 km; BBJ 737-8 — 11,700 km with a cabin of 79 m²; Lineage 1000E — 19 seats and 8,500 km; Sukhoi Business Jet — 19-23 seats and up to 7,200 km. The wide-body ACJ330neo and BBJ 787 cover 17,000–18,500 km — any pair of cities on the planet without stopping.

The cabin area is 60–270 m² versus 25–40 m² for the Global and Gulfstream, adding full-size bedrooms, a shower, and a cinema. The downside: a jetliner requires runways of 2,000–2,500 m and full airport infrastructure; the hourly cost is one and a half to two times higher, and a cruiser is lower (M0.78–0.85 versus M0.90). A jetliner is more efficient for up to 12–15 passengers, while a jetliner is more efficient for more.

Fourteen aircraft: the Airbus ACJ line from the compact TwoTwenty to the wide-body ACJ350-9 (up to 19,000+ km), Boeing BBJ 737 MAX in three sizes and long-haul BBJ 787/777-8, Embraer Lineage 1000E with five cabin zones and Sukhoi Business Jet - 19-23 seats at half the price of Western analogues with service in the CIS.

Start with two figures: the typical route length and the number of passengers. Up to 1,000 km and 4 passengers – a turboprop or light jet; 2,000–4,000 km – a medium jet; nonstop intercontinental flights – a long-haul jet. Add adjustments for short runs, baggage volume, and berths. We'll select a model that matches your profile and calculate the economics of ownership. Send us a request – we'll prepare a proposal, calculate the content, and analyze options tailored to your needs.

A new aircraft comes with a factory warranty and a 1-3 year waiting list, but the price is maximum. A used aircraft offers immediate delivery and a lower price for the 30-60%, but it's important to check the engine life and history. For most buyers, a new aircraft, 3-7 years old, is optimal: the main discount has already been applied, and the aircraft still has a long service life. We consider both options. Send us a request – we'll prepare a proposal, calculate the cost, and analyze the options for your needs.