Bell 525 Relentless vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Bell 525 Relentless and MD Helicopters 902 Explorer are helicopters, while the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX and Daher TBM 960 are fixed‑wing turboprops. For range, the TBM 960 is generally the longest‑legged of the group, typically suited to long, fast point‑to‑point trips (about 1,400–1,700 nm depending on configuration and reserves). The Grand Caravan EX is a utility single‑engine turboprop with moderate range (roughly 800–1,000+ nm), optimized for short/rough strips and hauling. The Bell 525 is a large “super‑medium” twin helicopter with a long helicopter range (commonly around 500–700+ nm), aimed at offshore, corporate, and EMS-style missions. The MD 902 is a light twin helicopter with shorter range than the 525 (often around 350–500 nm), focused on law enforcement, EMS, and urban operations. For passenger capacity, the Grand Caravan EX typically carries the most in airline-style seating (commonly up to about 9–14 depending on rules and layout). The Bell 525 is usually configured for around 12–16 passengers. The MD 902 is commonly around 6–8 passengers. The TBM 960 is a high-performance personal/business aircraft, typically 4–6 passengers plus pilot.