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Beechcraft Kingair Denali vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

In category, the Beechcraft Denali, Daher TBM 960, and Pilatus PC-12 NGX are all single‑engine turboprops, but they target different missions. The TBM 960 is positioned as a high‑speed personal and owner‑operator traveler, optimized for fast point‑to‑point trips. The PC‑12 NGX is a larger, more utility‑oriented aircraft, commonly used for executive transport and special missions, emphasizing cabin volume and versatility. The Denali is intended to sit between them as a modern business turboprop with a newer-generation engine and systems, aiming at a mix of speed, comfort, and operating economics. For range, the TBM 960 generally leads among these types in typical published specifications, the PC‑12 NGX is also long‑legged but usually a bit behind the TBM depending on payload and reserves, and the Denali’s advertised range is competitive but remains the most subject to final certified numbers and real‑world configuration. For passenger capacity, the PC‑12 NGX typically accommodates the most (often up to about 8–10 including optional seating), while the Denali and TBM 960 are usually configured around 4–6 plus pilot, with the TBM favoring fewer seats for speed and baggage.

SpecBeechcraft KingAir DenaliDaher TBM 960Pilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.08$ 2.25$ 2.78
Min Crew111
Total Seats1168
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerGE® AerospaceDaher TBMPilatus
Aircraft NameKingAir DenaliTBM 960PC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)160017301803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.56$ 0.46
Max Cabin Seats9—9
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)32802908—
Standard Cabin Seats746
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,111$ 744$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGarmin G3000Honeywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)285330290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,150,000$4,450,000$5,350,000
Aircraft Type—Turbo Prop—
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 FlushingNoOptional
Min Crew111
Total Seats1168
Max Cabin Seats9—9
Lavatory LocationAFT—FWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)56.25.8
Galley / RefreshmentNo—No
Standard Cabin Seats746
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)110651439013100
Galley Location—MID—
Cargo Door——Yes
Engine
ModelCatalyst™TBM 960PT6E-67XP
No. of Engines1—1
FADEC—YesYes
TBO (hrs)—35005000
Horsepower—8501200
Flat Rating—ISA + 49ISA + 35
Usable Fuel (gal)——402
Dimensions
Length (ft)14.8635.347.25
Wingspan (ft)54.342.153.33
Cabin Width (ft)4.545
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.14.9
Cabin Length (ft)12.613.416.9
Overall Height (ft)4.65—14
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.1—4.25
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)12.6——
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)48—40
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)—123—