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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑engine turboprop fixed‑wing aircraft aimed at corporate and special‑mission use, offering long legs (roughly 1,500–1,800 nm typical, depending on fit and reserves) and usually carrying about 6–9 passengers. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop fixed‑wing aircraft positioned for owner‑pilots, with a solid cross‑country range (about 1,200–1,400 nm) and seating commonly 4–5 passengers plus a pilot, depending on loading and configuration. In the rotorcraft group, the MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) MD 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light helicopter optimized for urban/public‑safety and utility roles, trading speed and efficiency for vertical access; it typically carries around 1–6 passengers and has a shorter range (often about 300–400 nm). The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine light helicopter for private/utility work, generally seating 4 passengers plus a pilot, with range commonly in the ~300–350 nm class. Overall, the fixed‑wing turboprops lead on range and passenger count, while the helicopters prioritize point‑to‑point access and hovering capability.

SpecPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 2.19
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerPiper
Aircraft NameM600
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2200
Standard Cabin Seats4
Direct Operating Cost$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats5
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECNo
ModelPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)3600
Horsepower600
Flat RatingISA + 55
No. of Engines1
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)29.7
Wingspan (ft)43.2
Cabin Width (ft)4.1
Cabin Height (ft)4
Cabin Length (ft)12.3
Overall Height (ft)11.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20