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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Robinson R66

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, typically used for regional shuttle, cargo, and rugged airstrip operations. It carries about 9 passengers and offers roughly 900–1,200 nm of range depending on payload and configuration. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop optimized for fast personal and business travel; it usually seats 4–6 passengers in comfort (up to about 6–8 depending on layout) and can fly around 1,400–1,700 nm. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin business jet built for long‑range executive missions, commonly accommodating 12–13 passengers (up to about 14) with intercontinental-style capability; typical range is about 3,900–4,000 nm. The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine turbine helicopter suited to short‑range point‑to‑point and access‑limited missions; it generally carries 4 passengers plus a pilot (5 total) and has a range around 300–350 nm.

SpecDaher TBM 960
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 2.25
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBM
Aircraft NameTBM 960
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908
Standard Cabin Seats4
Direct Operating Cost$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
Standard Cabin Seats4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Engine
FADECYes
ModelTBM 960
TBO (hrs)3500
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3
Wingspan (ft)42.1
Cabin Width (ft)4
Cabin Height (ft)4.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123