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Cirrus Sf 50 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

The Daher TBM 960 and Pilatus PC-12 NGX are both single‑engine turboprops, but they target slightly different missions. The TBM 960 is best described as a high‑performance personal and business aircraft optimized for speed and efficient point‑to‑point travel, typically flown with fewer passengers and a premium on rapid cruise. The PC‑12 NGX sits more in the versatile utility and executive category, designed to handle a wider variety of roles including corporate transport, charter, and operations into shorter or less‑improved runways, with a cabin tailored to flexibility and comfort. On range, both offer long legs for their class, but the TBM 960 is generally the longer‑range machine under typical cruise assumptions, while the PC‑12 NGX is competitive and often chosen for mission flexibility over maximum nautical miles. For passenger capacity, the PC‑12 NGX typically accommodates more people in standard configurations, commonly seating up to about nine passengers, whereas the TBM 960 is usually arranged for around six passengers.

SpecDaher TBM 960Pilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.78
Min Crew11
Total Seats68
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 960PC-12 NGX
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
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 Seats9
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNoOptional
Min Crew11
Total Seats68
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.25.8
Standard Cabin Seats46
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439013100
Cargo DoorYes
Max Cabin Seats9
Lavatory LocationFWD
Galley / RefreshmentNo
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelTBM 960PT6E-67XP
TBO (hrs)35005000
Horsepower8501200
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 35
No. of Engines1
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
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Overall Height (ft)14
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.25
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)40