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Cirrus Sf50 G2 vs Daher Tbm 910 vs Piper M500

The Cirrus Vision Jet G2, Daher TBM 910, and Piper M500 occupy different niches in the personal aircraft market. By category, the Vision Jet G2 is a single-engine very light jet designed for simplified jet ownership and typically flown at higher altitudes and speeds than the turboprops. The TBM 910 and M500 are single-engine turboprops; the TBM 910 is a higher-performance, faster cross-country platform, while the M500 is positioned as a more straightforward, value-oriented pressurized turboprop. On range, the TBM 910 generally offers the longest legs, commonly around 1,500–1,700 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The Vision Jet G2 is typically in the middle, roughly around 1,000–1,200 nautical miles. The M500 is usually similar to or somewhat shorter than the Vision Jet, often around 1,000–1,300 nautical miles, again depending on load and conditions. For passenger capacity, all are usually configured for a pilot plus four to six occupants. The Vision Jet can seat up to seven (including an optional side-facing “jump seat”), while the TBM 910 and M500 are commonly six-seat cabins.

SpecDaher TBM 910Piper M500
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 3.11
Min Crew11
Total Seats66
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPiper
Aircraft NameTBM 910M500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17301000
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.78
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)29081698
Standard Cabin Seats44
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 579
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G1000 NXi
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330260
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,250,000$2,122,600
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNoNo
Min Crew11
Total Seats65
Galley LocationMIDMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.25.5
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CentreRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats44
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8244
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelPT6A-66DPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)35003600
Horsepower850500
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 55
No. of Engines11
Fuel Burn (gph)37
Fuel Capacity (gal)291170
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.329.6
Wingspan (ft)42.143.2
Cabin Width (ft)44.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.14
Cabin Length (ft)13.412.3
Overall Height (ft)14.311.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)3020