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Daher Tbm 910 vs Honda Aircraft Hondajet Elite vs Piper M600

The Daher TBM 910 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprops, while the HondaJet Elite is a twin‑engine light business jet. In category terms, the TBM 910 is typically positioned as a high‑performance, pressurized turboprop optimized for speed and efficient single‑pilot operations; the M600 SLS is a slightly lower‑speed, comfort‑oriented pressurized turboprop with an emphasis on safety features and workload reduction; and the HondaJet Elite targets jet buyers seeking higher cruise altitudes and jet smoothness in a compact cabin. For range, the TBM 910 generally leads this group, offering the longest typical maximum range of the three. The HondaJet Elite is usually next, with strong but shorter real‑world legs than the TBM 910, depending on payload and conditions. The Piper M600 SLS commonly has the shortest maximum range among them, though it remains well suited to regional missions. Passenger capacity is similar overall: the TBM 910 and M600 SLS typically seat about five to six occupants plus the pilot, while the HondaJet Elite generally accommodates four to five passengers plus the pilot (often with an optional belted lavatory seat).

SpecDaher TBM 910Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.73
Min Crew11
Total Seats66
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMHonda Aircraft
Aircraft NameTBM 910HondaJet Elite
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17301495
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.68
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)29083432
Standard Cabin Seats44
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 1,135
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330419
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,250,000$ 5,400,000
Max Cabin Seats6
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew11
Total Seats66
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.28.8
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CentreGalley
Standard Cabin Seats44
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439023060
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Max Cabin Seats6
Lavatory LocationAFT
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPT6A-66DHF120-H1A
TBO (hrs)35005000
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 10
No. of Engines12
Fuel Burn (gph)37
Fuel Capacity (gal)291439
Thrust (lbs)2050
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.342.7
Wingspan (ft)42.139.8
Cabin Width (ft)45
Cabin Height (ft)4.14.8
Cabin Length (ft)13.412.1
Overall Height (ft)14.314.9
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)30
Aisle Step (ft)0.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)10.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)66