BBJ 737

The BBJ 737 is a VIP-configured Boeing 737-700 with auxiliary fuel tanks enabling up to 6,200 NM range — roughly three times the commercial variant's range. The interior replaces all commercial fittings with custom cabinetry, private suites, conference rooms, and master bedrooms.

The Boeing 737 NG type rating (covering 737-600, -700, -800, -900) is the most widely held commercial type rating in the world. Training is available at Boeing Training, FlightSafety, CAE, and hundreds of centres globally for approximately $45,000.

Common configurations include: government transport (20–40 VIP seats with conference room), private family use (master suite, lounge, office), and corporate shuttle (30–50 seats). The 11.5 ft interior width allows genuine aisle-and-seat or bedroom configurations impossible in narrower purpose-built jets.

Variable costs run approximately $7,000–$9,000/hr. Annual fixed costs for two-pilot crew, GoldCare maintenance, cabin crew, insurance, and hangar typically total $2.2M–$3.0M. At 500 hours/year, total annual cost is approximately $5.7M–$7.5M.

Pre-owned BBJ 737 NG aircraft are regularly available — 30–50 units typically listed globally. 2005–2015 examples with 3,000–8,000 hours and recent completions trade between $18M and $45M. Completion age is the primary value driver: a recent refurbishment can dramatically lift an older aircraft's market value.