Aircraft
Boeing BBJ MAX 8
The Boeing BBJ MAX 8 is a vip airliner with up to 25 seats and 12,300 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
- Seats
- 25
- Range
- 12,300 km
- Cruise
- 850 km/h
- Hourly
- $12,700
About this aircraft
The Boeing BBJ MAX 8 is a VIP airliner derivative of the 737 MAX 8, combining long-range capability with a wide, customizable cabin.
Boeing Business Jets emphasizes intercontinental range with CFM LEAP engines, lower fuel burn versus earlier BBJs, and interiors that can be outfitted as private residences in the sky. The mission is heads-of-state, corporate, and UHNW travel that outgrows conventional bizjets.
BBJ MAX 8 empty legs are uncommon showcase missions—best when party size or cabin program demands an airliner.
EmptyJet market activity
- On EmptyJet, the Boeing BBJ MAX 8 appeared in 1 empty-leg offer from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
- Its busiest corridor was Fort Saint John (YXJ) to Calgary (YYC), listed 1 time over that period.
- Typical missions ran about 447 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
Performance
- Category
- VIP Airliner
- Range
- 12,300 km
- Cruise speed
- 850 km/h
- Max speed
- 876 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 2,150 m
- Landing runway
- 1,800 m
- ICAO type
- B38M
Cabin
- Seats
- 25
- Height
- 2.16 m
- Width
- 3.53 m
- Length
- 30.02 m
- Cabin area
- 228.7 m²
- Baggage
- 28.0 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 12,700
- Fuel burn
- 820 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 4,920
- Manufacturer
- Boeing
Best missions
- Ultra-premium long-range VIP travel
- Large-cabin airliner missions with custom living spaces
- Long empty-leg BBJ repositioning when available
Sources
- Boeing Business JetsBoeing
- Boeing commercial airplanesBoeing
Alternatives
FAQ
How often does the Boeing BBJ MAX 8 appear on EmptyJet?
EmptyJet recorded 1 empty-leg offer for the Boeing BBJ MAX 8 from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Boeing BBJ MAX 8?
On EmptyJet, the busiest Boeing BBJ MAX 8 corridor was Fort Saint John (YXJ) to Calgary (YYC), with 1 listing from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
What is the range of the Boeing BBJ MAX 8?
The Boeing BBJ MAX 8 has a published maximum range of 12,300 km.
How many passengers does the Boeing BBJ MAX 8 seat?
The Boeing BBJ MAX 8 is configured for up to 25 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Boeing BBJ MAX 8?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Boeing BBJ MAX 8 operating cost near USD 12,700 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Boeing BBJ MAX 8 burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Boeing BBJ MAX 8 is about 820 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Boeing BBJ MAX 8 need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Boeing BBJ MAX 8 is about 2,150 m.
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