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Boeing Business Jets continue evolution with new features enhancing performance
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The Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) program, launched in 1998, remains a significant player in the private jet market. Based on the Boeing 737-700 commercial airframe, BBJs are modified to cater to private and corporate aviation needs. The first BBJ took flight on September 4, 1998. Since then, Boeing has delivered over 250 BBJs of various types and variants.

Phil Condit, then-president of Boeing, along with Jack Welch from General Electric, conceptualized a high-performance business jet derived from the narrowbody jet design. This led to the creation of the BBJ1 in 1996. Production began two years later with an initial price tag of $36 million.

The BBJ1 boasts modifications such as strengthened rear sections and additional fuel tanks that extend its range up to 6,141 nautical miles. Despite its enhanced fuel capacity reducing cargo space, this deficiency prompted Boeing to introduce longer versions like the BBJ2 and BBJ3 for increased cabin capacity.

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According to Global Jet: “The Boeing Business Jet or BBJ is a member of the 737 family and its fuselage is based on the 737-700 commercial airliner... Each aircraft is unique in itself but all of them will feature luxurious amenities such as a spacious living room, master bedroom suite, second bedroom/office, and multiple lavatories.”

The Australian Air Force operates two BBJs acquired in 2002 as part of their Special Purpose Aircraft fleet. They note: “The BBJs provide an agile transport capability that can carry Government and staff within Australia and overseas... The agency states that the aircraft has a superior fuselage and wings that enable greater efficiency and range.”

Boeing's latest iteration comes with the introduction of the BBJ MAX series launched in April 2014. With three variants—BBJ MAX 7, MAX 8, and MAX 9—the new models feature advancements like lower cabin altitudes at increased fuel efficiency rates.

According to Boeing: "More than just a new engine... Explore the advancements that Boeing is bringing to business aviation.” Additionally: “BBJ 737 MAX covers 99.9% of all global business aviation flights nonstop.”

These innovations ensure that Boeing remains competitive against counterparts like Airbus' A319-based Corporate Jet which was introduced shortly before the first official launch of any variant under this particular lineup by either company.

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