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Beechcraft Kingair Denali vs Daher Tbm 910 vs Pilatus Pc12

The Beechcraft King Air Denali and the Daher TBM 910 are both single‑engine turboprops aimed at high‑end personal and business travel, but they sit in slightly different categories. The Denali is positioned as a larger, more cabin‑focused “big single” that bridges the gap toward light twin turboprops in terms of space and mission flexibility, while the TBM 910 is a fast, owner‑flown single optimized for speed and efficient point‑to‑point travel. On range, the TBM 910 is typically cited around 1,730 nautical miles in standard planning, whereas Denali figures are generally advertised around 1,600 nautical miles, varying by payload, reserves, and conditions. In practice, both support long regional trips, with the TBM leaning toward maximum cruise efficiency and the Denali emphasizing capability with a larger cabin. For passenger capacity, the TBM 910 is commonly configured for up to six occupants (including the pilot) depending on interior layout, while the Denali is generally marketed with seating for up to about eight, reflecting its roomier cabin and higher payload focus.

SpecBeechcraft KingAir DenaliDaher TBM 910
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 4.08$ 2.25
Min Crew11
Total Seats116
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerGE® AerospaceDaher TBM
Aircraft NameKingAir DenaliTBM 910
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)16001730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.56
Max Cabin Seats9
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)32802908
Standard Cabin Seats74
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,111$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGarmin G1000 NXi
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)285330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,150,000$4,250,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 FlushingNo
Min Crew11
Total Seats116
Max Cabin Seats9
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)56.2
Galley / RefreshmentNoRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats74
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1106514390
Galley LocationMID
Engine
ModelCatalyst™PT6A-66D
No. of Engines11
FADECYes
TBO (hrs)3500
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49
Fuel Burn (gph)37
Fuel Capacity (gal)291
Dimensions
Length (ft)14.8635.3
Wingspan (ft)54.342.1
Cabin Width (ft)4.54
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.1
Cabin Length (ft)12.613.4
Overall Height (ft)4.6514.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)12.6
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)4830
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123