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Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Daher Tbm 910 vs Honda Aircraft Hondajet Elite

The Cessna Turbo Stationair is a pressurized single‑engine piston utility aircraft, typically used for short regional missions and backcountry-capable travel. It carries about 5–6 passengers (plus a pilot) and offers the shortest range of this group, generally in the roughly 700–1,000 nautical mile class depending on configuration and reserves. The Daher TBM 910 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop that bridges owner‑flown practicality and near–light‑jet cruise speeds. It usually seats 4–6 passengers (plus a pilot) and has the longest range here, commonly around 1,500+ nautical miles. The Cessna Citation M2 is an entry‑level light jet aimed at fast point‑to‑point business travel. It typically accommodates 4–5 passengers (plus one or two pilots) and delivers midpack range, roughly around 1,200–1,500 nautical miles. The Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite is a very light jet emphasizing efficiency and cabin innovation. It generally seats 4–5 passengers (plus one or two pilots) and offers a similar range class to the M2, often about 1,200–1,400 nautical miles.

SpecCessna Turbo StationairCessna Citation M2Daher TBM 910Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 1.08$ 3.45$ 2.25$ 2.73
Total Seats6866
Flight RulesVFR—IFR—
ManufacturerCessnaCessna CitationDaher TBMHonda Aircraft
Aircraft Name206 Turbo StationairM2TBM 910HondaJet Elite
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)703140017301495
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.18$ 0.58$ 0.56$ 0.68
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats4644
Direct Operating Cost$ 174$ 1,395$ 744$ 1,135
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G3000Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)161404330419
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $745,000 $5,150,000$4,250,000$ 5,400,000
Min Crew—111
Max Cabin Seats—7—6
Useful Load (lbs)—381029083432
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Total Seats6866
Standard Cabin Seats4644
Lavatory—1 Enclosed Belted FlushingNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew—111
Crew Rest—No—No
Jump Seat—No—No
Max Cabin Seats—7—6
Lavatory Location—AFT—AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)—8.56.28.8
Galley / Refreshment—NoRefreshment CentreGalley
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)—220271439023060
Galley Location——MIDFWD
Engine
FADECNoYesYesYes
ModelTIO-540-AJ1AFJ44-1AP-21PT6A-66DHF120-H1A
Fuel TypeAvGas———
TBO (hrs)2000350035005000
TBO (yrs)12———
Horsepower350—850—
Fuel DeliveryFuel Injected———
No. of Engines1212
Fuel Capacity (gal)87492291439
Flat Rating—ISA + 7ISA + 49ISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)—1965—2050
Fuel Burn (lbph)—516——
Fuel Burn (gph)——37—
Dimensions
Length (ft)28.342.635.342.7
Wingspan (ft)3647.342.139.8
Cabin Width (ft)3.64.845
Cabin Height (ft)4.24.84.14.8
Cabin Length (ft)12.11113.412.1
Overall Height (ft)9.41414.314.9
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)11—30—
Aisle Step (ft)—0.4—0.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—3.1——
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)—8.8—10.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)—46—66
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)——123—