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
Boeing BBJ MAX 8

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

  1. On EmptyJet, the Boeing BBJ MAX 8 appeared in 1 empty-leg offer from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
  2. Its busiest corridor was Fort Saint John (YXJ) to Calgary (YYC), listed 1 time over that period.
  3. 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

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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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