Beechcraft Bonanza G36 vs Cessna Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960

The Beechcraft Bonanza G36 is a high-performance single‑engine piston aircraft typically used for personal and business travel in the “fast six-seat” category. It generally carries up to six people including the pilot, with a practical range on the order of roughly 700–900 nautical miles depending on power settings, load, and reserves. The Cessna Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for hauling people or cargo and operating from shorter or rougher strips. It commonly seats up to about 9–14 occupants depending on configuration, and its typical range is around 800–1,000 nautical miles, varying with payload and conditions. The Daher TBM 960 is a pressurized, high‑speed single‑engine turboprop positioned as an owner‑flown/business aircraft with jet-like cruise speeds. It usually carries 4–6 occupants in comfort (up to about six seats), and offers the longest reach of the three at roughly 1,200–1,700 nautical miles depending on speed, winds, and reserves.