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Cessna Citation Xls vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet designed for efficient short-to-medium trips, typically offering roughly 1,800–2,100 nautical miles of range and seating commonly arranged for about 7–9 passengers. The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single‑engine turboprop, best viewed as a fast, owner-flown or small-cabin option; it generally carries about 4–6 passengers in comfort (up to around 6–7 total seats) with roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range depending on reserves and profile. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large-cabin business jet aimed at intercontinental missions, with about 6,500–7,500 nautical miles of range and typical seating around 13–19 passengers (higher-density layouts can seat more). The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium-lift twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore, VIP, and utility roles; it generally offers roughly 500–600 nautical miles of range and seats about 12–19 passengers depending on configuration.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Daher TBM 960Gulfstream G700Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2232
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 2.25$ 19.79
Min Crew2142
Total Seats1061621
ManufacturerCessna CitationDaher TBMGulfstreamSikorsky
Aircraft NameXLS+TBM 960G700S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)190617307500439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.56$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats91919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)754029087417
Standard Cabin Seats841219
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 744$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430330516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$4,450,000$78,000,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFRIFR
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingNo
Min Crew2142
Crew RestNoOptional
Jump SeatNoYes
Total Seats1061621
Galley LocationFWDMIDFWD
Max Cabin Seats91919
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.36.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats841219
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523014390
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW545CTBM 960Pearl 700CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)50003500On Condition4000
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)411918250
No. of Engines221
Horsepower8502520
Fuel TypeJetFuel
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.535.3109.9
Wingspan (ft)56.342.1103
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.548.2
Cabin Height (ft)5.74.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)18.513.456.9
Overall Height (ft)17.225.417.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80140
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10195
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123775