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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER and Daher TBM 960 are pressurized turboprops aimed at efficient regional travel, while the Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range intercontinental business jet, and the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light helicopter optimized for short-hop access and hovering. In range, the Falcon 8X is in a different class, typically around 6,000+ nautical miles, enabling nonstop transoceanic missions. The King Air 360ER is a long‑range turboprop with roughly 1,800–2,000 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The TBM 960 is generally in the ~1,000–1,700 nautical mile band depending on speed and payload assumptions. The 902 Explorer’s range is far shorter, typically a few hundred nautical miles (roughly ~300–400), reflecting helicopter fuel and speed constraints. For passenger capacity, the Falcon 8X commonly seats about 12–16 in a luxury cabin. The King Air 360ER is typically configured for about 6–9 passengers. The TBM 960 is usually flown with about 4–6 passengers. The 902 Explorer generally carries around 6–7 passengers plus pilot(s), depending on layout.

SpecDaher TBM 960Dassault Falcon 8X
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 7.66
Min Crew12
Total Seats617
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameTBM 9608X
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17306450
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.64
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)290836900
Standard Cabin Seats414
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$ 62,500,000
Max Cabin Seats16
Cabin
Cockpit23
LavatoryNo2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew12
Total Seats617
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.210.2
Standard Cabin Seats414
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439029200
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Max Cabin Seats16
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelTBM 960PW307D
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)6722
No. of Engines3
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.380.2
Wingspan (ft)42.186.3
Cabin Width (ft)47.7
Cabin Height (ft)4.16.2
Cabin Length (ft)13.442.7
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1231695
Overall Height (ft)26.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140