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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E

The Airbus H225 is a large twin‑engine helicopter, typically used for offshore and utility missions. Its range is roughly 450–500 nautical miles (about 830–930 km) depending on configuration, and it commonly carries around 16–19 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short, rugged operations; it generally ranges about 900–1,000 nautical miles (about 1,670–1,850 km) and typically seats up to 9–14 passengers depending on interior and regulations. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop in the owner‑flown/business category; it offers about 1,400–1,700 nautical miles (about 2,600–3,150 km) and usually carries 4–6 passengers in comfort (up to 6–7 seats installed). The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin business jet, aimed at long-range executive travel; it provides roughly 3,900 nautical miles (about 7,200 km) and typically accommodates 12–14 passengers in executive layouts.

SpecAIRBUS H225Daher TBM 960
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 20.87$ 2.25
Min Crew21
Total Seats216
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersDaher TBM
Aircraft NameH225TBM 960
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4541730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99$ 0.56
Max Cabin Seats28
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)119292908
Standard Cabin Seats194
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$4,450,000
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew21
Total Seats216
Max Cabin Seats28
Standard Cabin Seats194
LavatoryNo
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelMakila 2A1TBM 960
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)35003500
Horsepower2100850
No. of Engines2
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Flat RatingISA + 49
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.435.3
Overall Height (ft)16.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547123
Wingspan (ft)42.1
Cabin Width (ft)4
Cabin Height (ft)4.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.4