Aircraft
Boeing BBJ 747-8
The Boeing BBJ 747-8 is a vip widebody with up to 50 seats and 17,300 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
- Seats
- 50
- Range
- 17,300 km
- Cruise
- 907 km/h
- Hourly
- $33,000
About this aircraft
The BBJ 747-8 is a VIP widebody on Boeing's last 747—four-engine, double-deck possibilities for the most elaborate private and head-of-state interiors in the BBJ family.
Extremely rare and exclusive; missions are unique ultra-VIP operations rather than typical charter empty legs. Upper and main decks can host reception spaces, suites, and conference zones on a scale few other types allow.
Iconic VIP 747 flying at the absolute top of the private airliner market for one-of-a-kind completions.
Performance
- Category
- VIP Widebody
- Range
- 17,300 km
- Cruise speed
- 907 km/h
- Max speed
- 917 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 3,100 m
- Landing runway
- 2,500 m
- ICAO type
- B748
Cabin
- Seats
- 50
- Height
- 2.41 m
- Width
- 6.10 m
- Length
- 63.25 m
- Cabin area
- 705.6 m²
- Baggage
- 150.0 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 33,000
- Fuel burn
- 3,200 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 19,200
- Manufacturer
- Boeing
Best missions
- Ultra-exclusive BBJ 747-8 VIP operations
- Head-of-state double-deck missions
- Rare specialized widebody charter
Sources
- Boeing Business JetsBoeing
- Boeing 747-8 overviewWikipedia
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FAQ
What is the range of the Boeing BBJ 747-8?
The Boeing BBJ 747-8 has a published maximum range of 17,300 km.
How many passengers does the Boeing BBJ 747-8 seat?
The Boeing BBJ 747-8 is configured for up to 50 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Boeing BBJ 747-8?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Boeing BBJ 747-8 operating cost near USD 33,000 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Boeing BBJ 747-8 burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Boeing BBJ 747-8 is about 3,200 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Boeing BBJ 747-8 need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Boeing BBJ 747-8 is about 3,100 m.
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