Frequently asked questions
What is Boeing Business Jets and which models are in the range?
BBJ is Boeing's division building VIP versions of production airliners since 1996; more than 260 have been delivered. The current range: BBJ 737-7 MAX, BBJ 737-8 MAX (~79 m² cabin) and BBJ 737-9 MAX, plus wide-body BBJ 787-8/9 and BBJ 777X. Extra fuel tanks are a signature feature: they turn a medium-haul 737 into an intercontinental liner. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
What range does the BBJ have and where can it fly nonstop?
The BBJ 737-7 MAX with extra tanks flies up to 13,000 km, the BBJ 737-8 about 12,000 km: London–New York or Paris–Los Angeles nonstop. The wide-body BBJ 787-8 covers ~18,000 km — any route on the planet with a single refuel. Meanwhile a 79–110 m² cabin lets you fly with a family and a team of 20–40. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
How much does a BBJ cost new and pre-owned?
A new BBJ 737 MAX runs $110–130M: ~$95M green aircraft plus $20–35M for interior and connectivity. The pre-owned market is more accessible: classic first-generation BBJs from 1999–2008 sell for $18–40M depending on CFM56 engine time and cabin condition. Ownership runs $4–6M a year at an average 400 hours. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
How does the BBJ differ from the Airbus ACJ?
BBJ 737 MAX versus ACJ320neo: the Boeing has slightly more range in the MAX 7 version (up to 13,000 km) and the world's largest fleet of a single airliner type, simplifying crew and parts sourcing anywhere. The ACJ answers with a wider cabin (3.70 m versus 3.53 m) and fly-by-wire. Ownership costs and list prices are comparable; mission details decide. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
What routes and tasks suit business liners?
A business liner is a flying residence or headquarters: cabins of 60–270 m² hold bedrooms, showers, meeting rooms for 8–12 and a staff area. Typical scenarios: flights for heads of state and corporations with 15–50-person delegations, family travel with staff, and artist and sports-team tours. Where a group feels cramped even in a Global, liner territory begins. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
What range and how many passengers do business liners have?
The ACJ TwoTwenty — 18 seats and 10,500 km; the ACJ320neo — 25 seats and 11,100 km; the BBJ 737-8 — 11,700 km with a 79 m² cabin; the Lineage 1000E — 19 seats and 8,500 km; the Sukhoi Business Jet — 19–23 seats and up to 7,200 km. Wide-body ACJ330neo and BBJ 787 cover 17,000–18,500 km — any pair of cities on the planet nonstop. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
How does a business liner differ from neighbouring classes?
Cabin area is 60–270 m² versus 25–40 m² on a Global or Gulfstream: full bedrooms, a shower and a cinema appear. The flip side: a liner needs runways from 2,000–2,500 m and full airport infrastructure, an hour costs one and a half to two times more, and cruise is lower (M0.78–0.85 versus M0.90). Up to 12–15 passengers a jet is more rational; more — a liner. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
Which business liners are in the fleet and how do they differ?
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 the long-range BBJ 787/777-8, the Embraer Lineage 1000E with five cabin zones, and the Sukhoi Business Jet — 19–23 seats at half the price of Western equivalents, supported in the CIS. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
How do you choose an aircraft to buy for your needs?
Start from two numbers: the length of your typical route and the number of passengers. Up to 1,000 km and 4 people — a turboprop or light jet; 2,000–4,000 km — a midsize jet; nonstop intercontinental — a long-range jet. Then adjust for short runways, baggage volume and sleeping berths. We'll match a model to your profile and calculate the ownership economics. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
New aircraft or pre-owned — which is the better buy?
A new aircraft means a factory warranty and a 1–3-year queue, but the price is at its peak. A pre-owned aircraft means immediate delivery and a price 30–60% lower, while engine time and history matter. For most buyers a fresh 3–7-year-old aircraft is optimal: the main depreciation has happened and plenty of life remains. We cost both options. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
