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Cessna Denali vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Daher Tbm 940

The Cessna Denali, Pilatus PC-12 NGX, and Daher TBM 940 are all single‑engine turboprops, but they sit in different niches. The Denali is positioned as a new‑generation, high‑performance single aimed at owner‑operators and small business missions, generally between the TBM and PC‑12 in size and utility. The TBM 940 is the “fast personal transport” choice, optimized for speed and efficient point‑to‑point travel with a typically smaller cabin. The PC‑12 NGX is the most utility‑oriented, with the largest, most flexible cabin and strong short/rough‑field capability, making it common for mixed passenger, cargo, and special‑mission work. For range, the PC‑12 NGX and TBM 940 are both roughly in the 1,500–1,800 nautical mile class depending on payload and reserves, while the Denali is generally expected to be in a similar neighborhood as a modern long‑range single, with final figures depending on certification and configuration. For passenger capacity, the TBM 940 typically seats about 4–6 in comfort (up to around 6–7 total), the Denali is commonly projected around 6–8, and the PC‑12 NGX is typically 6–9, with maximum seating commonly up to 9–10 depending on layout.

SpecDaher TBM 940Pilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.78
Min Crew11
Total Seats68
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 940PC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17301803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.46
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2908—
Standard Cabin Seats46
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Honeywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$5,350,000
Max Cabin Seats—9
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNoOptional
Min Crew11
Total Seats68
Galley LocationMID—
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.25.8
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CentreNo
Standard Cabin Seats46
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439013100
Cargo Door—Yes
Max Cabin Seats—9
Lavatory Location—FWD
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPT6A-66DPT6E-67XP
TBO (hrs)35005000
Horsepower8501200
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 35
No. of Engines11
Fuel Capacity (gal)291—
Usable Fuel (gal)—402
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.347.25
Wingspan (ft)42.153.33
Cabin Width (ft)45
Cabin Height (ft)4.14.9
Cabin Length (ft)13.416.9
Overall Height (ft)14.314
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123—
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)3040
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—4.25