We recently completed a private jet charter employing a Boeing Business Jet, BBJ1 737. Boeing is one of the ‘bizliners’ (commercial airliners converted to private aircraft) who offer the ultimate private sky office, most notably Air Force One. Originally intended as commercial airplanes, their considerably bigger cabin volume and reliability allow passengers to truly work from anywhere. Their range of business jets was recently described as “bespoke sanctuaries in the skies”, so we’ve decided to take a closer look at their Top 5 longest range business jets.

5/ BBJ 777-300ER

• Operational Range: 9,300 NM
• Length: 242 ft (74 m)
• Height: 61 ft (18.5 m)
• Wingspan: 213 ft (65 m)
• Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW): 775,000 lb (352 t)
• Fuel Capacity: 48,000 lb (35.3 t)
• Engines: 2x GE90-115B
• Thrust per engine: 115,300 lbf (513 kN)

The Boeing 777-300ER is one of the world’s largest and most popular widebody jets. The BBJ 777-300ER has an impressive operational range of 9,300 NM (10,695 miles, 17,100 km), making long-haul private flights possible. While the commercial version of the jet is generally configured for 400 passengers, the BBJ features a seating of 75 to 120 passengers, depending on the customer.

Elite customers enjoy a spacious cabin with executive seating, private bedrooms with en-suite lavatories, meeting and work areas, and ample lounge space for socialising. The aircraft features a maximum fuel capacity of nearly 48,000 lb (35.3 t) and an MTOW of 775,000 lb (352 t).

4/ BBJ 787-9

• Operational Range: 9,475
• Length: 206 ft (62.8 m)
• Height: 56 ft (16.9 m)
• Wingspan: 197 ft (60.1 m)
• Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW): 560,000 lb (254 t)
• Fuel Capacity: 33,380 US gal (126,357 L)
• Engines: 2x GEnx-1B or Rolls-Royce Trent 1000

The BBJ 787-9 is the larger of the two Dreamliner-based business jets, with an operational range of 9,475 NM (10,905 miles, 17,550 km). The BBJ 787-9 is an industry-leading business jet, enabling extensive long-range journeys. Besides the doomed ceiling and comfortable seats, the aircraft features ample lounging space for business travellers.

Elite passengers are sure to enjoy the low cabin altitude system, at approximately 6,000 ft (1,800 m), which is much lower than that of conventional jets. The aircraft features a maximum payload capacity of 104,600 lb (47.4t) and an MTOW of 560,000 lb (254 t). Customers can select between General Electric GEnx and Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines.

3/ BBJ 787-8

• Operational Range: 9,960 NM
• Length: 186 ft (56.7 m)
• Height: 56 ft (16.9 m)
• Wingspan: 197 ft (60.1 m)
• Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW): 502,500 lb (228 t)
• Fuel Capacity: 33,340 US gal (126,206 L)
• Engines: 2x GEnx-1B or Rolls-Royce Trent 1000

Based on the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, the BBJ 787-8 is a large business jet with an operational range of 9,960 NM (11,460 miles, 18,445 km). The aircraft features a composite airframe and a spacious cabin. The cabin width, high ceiling, and mood lighting keep passengers comfortable during long-haul journeys.

The aircraft features a maximum payload capacity of 78,000 lb (35.3 t) and an MTOW of 502,500 lb (228 t). Similar to the BBJ 787-9, two engine options (GEnx or Trent 1000) are available. Boeing has received orders for 18 BBJ 787 across two variants, of which 16 have been delivered as of 2023.

2/ BBJ 777-200LR

• Operational Range: 10,030 NM
• Length: 209 ft (64 m)
• Height: 61 ft (18.6 m)
• Wingspan: 213 ft (65 m)
• Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW): 766,000 lb (348 t)
• Fuel Capacity: 48,000 lb (35.3 t)
• Engines: 2x GE90-110B/-115B
• Thrust per engine: 110,000 to 115,300 lbf (489 – 513 kN)

The longest-range version of the Boeing 777 commercial aircraft, the BBJ 777-200LR, features 10,030 NM (11,535 miles, 18,455 km) range. The type holds a world record of staying airborne for approximately 23 hours in 2005. The aircraft flew eastbound from Hong Kong to London, making it the longest nonstop flight in commercial aviation.

What that means is the BBJ 777-200LR opens a wide range of possibilities for long-haul flights for business travellers. The aircraft features a maximum fuel capacity of nearly 48,000 lb (35.3t) and an MTOW of 766,000 lb (348 t). Boeing has delivered 17 BBJ 777 aircraft across two variants.

1/ BBJ 777-9

• Operational Range: 11,330 NM
• Length: 252 ft (76.7 m)
• Height: 64 ft (19.5 m)
• Wingspan: 236 ft (72.1 m)
• Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW): 775,000 lb (352 t)
• Fuel Capacity: 52,136 US gal (197,356 L)
• Engines: 2x GE9X turbofan engines

The longest-range private jet, the BBJ 777-9, was launched in 2018 with the capability of flying nonstop for approximately 11,330 NM (13,030 miles, 20,850 km). The operational range makes a flight between any two cities in the world possible. With its sheer size, the aircraft features a 2,356-sq-ft cabin, enabling unmatched possibilities for customisation.

The aircraft features a maximum fuel capacity of over 52,000 US gal (197,356 L) and an MTOW of 776,000 lb (352 t). The BBJ 777-9 is powered by two General Electric GE9X engines, each generating over 110,000 lbf (490 kN) of takeoff thrust. At approximately $400 million list price (not including customisation), the BBJ 777-9 is one of the most expensive private jets on the market.