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Daher Kodiak 100 Series Iii vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

The Daher Kodiak 100 Series III is a rugged utility turboprop built for short, unimproved strips; it typically trades speed for versatility, offering roughly mid-range legs (about 1,000–1,200 nm) and seating commonly around 8–10 occupants depending on configuration. The Pilatus PC-12 NGX sits in the same turboprop category but targets executive transport with strong single-engine efficiency; it generally carries about 6–9 passengers and stretches range to roughly 1,500–1,800 nm. The Daher TBM 960 is also a single-engine turboprop, but optimized for fast personal/business travel rather than backcountry work; it’s usually flown with 4–6 passengers and offers about 1,700–1,800 nm of range. The Embraer Phenom 100EV is the light jet in this group, prioritizing jet speed and cabin refinement over rough-field capability; it typically seats about 4–6 passengers (up to around 7 in some layouts) with range commonly around 1,100–1,200 nm. Overall, PC-12 NGX and TBM 960 lead on range, Phenom 100EV leads on jet performance, and Kodiak leads on off-airport utility.

SpecDaher TBM 960Embraer Phenom 100EVPilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.84$ 2.78
Min Crew111
Total Seats678
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 960Phenom 100EVPC-12 NGX
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17301,1781803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.71$ 0.46
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)29083451
Standard Cabin Seats456
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 1,152$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Prodigy Touch (G3000)Honeywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330406290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$4,250,000$5,350,000
Max Cabin Seats79
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo1 FlushingOptional
Min Crew111
Total Seats668
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.28.35.8
Standard Cabin Seats446
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)143902128013100
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Max Cabin Seats69
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD
Galley / RefreshmentNoNo
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelTBM 960PW617F1-EPT6E-67XP
TBO (hrs)350035005000
Horsepower8501200
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 8ISA + 35
Thrust (lbs)1730
No. of Engines21
Fuel Burn (lbph)543
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.342.147.25
Wingspan (ft)42.140.453.33
Cabin Width (ft)45.15
Cabin Height (ft)4.14.94.9
Cabin Length (ft)13.41116.9
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Aisle Step (ft)0.3
Overall Height (ft)14.314
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.64.25
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)9
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)60
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1040