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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop utility aircraft suited to short and unimproved runways, typically carrying about 6–9 passengers with a long range around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop optimized for fast owner‑pilot or small‑team travel, usually carrying 4–6 passengers in comfort, with a range commonly around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin business jet aimed at longer, higher‑capacity corporate missions, typically seating about 10–13 passengers, with an intercontinental-capable range near 3,900 nautical miles. The MD Helicopters 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light helicopter focused on vertical-lift missions such as law enforcement, EMS support, and utility work; it typically carries about 6–7 occupants including crew, with a much shorter range generally in the 300–400 nautical mile class. Overall, the Legacy 650E leads in range and cabin capacity, the King Air balances versatility and payload, the TBM prioritizes efficiency and speed for smaller groups, and the 902 trades range for VTOL access.

SpecDaher TBM 960
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 2.25
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBM
Aircraft NameTBM 960
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908
Standard Cabin Seats4
Direct Operating Cost$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
Standard Cabin Seats4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Engine
FADECYes
ModelTBM 960
TBO (hrs)3500
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3
Wingspan (ft)42.1
Cabin Width (ft)4
Cabin Height (ft)4.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123