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Daher Tbm 910 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M350

The Daher TBM 910 is a high-performance single‑engine turboprop optimized for speed and owner‑pilot efficiency. It is typically flown as a personal or light business aircraft with seating generally for up to six passengers in addition to the pilot, and it offers long cross‑country capability—roughly in the 1,300–1,700 nautical mile range depending on reserves, load, and cruise profile. The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a larger, utility‑oriented single‑engine turboprop that emphasizes cabin volume, payload, and mission flexibility. It is commonly configured for six to nine passengers plus pilot(s) and, while generally slower than the TBM, it delivers comparable or greater real‑world range—often around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles—while carrying more people or cargo. The Piper M350 is a pressurized piston twin, positioned as a personal and business step‑up aircraft rather than a turboprop. It typically seats five to six passengers plus a pilot, and its range is usually shorter than the turboprops—approximately 1,000–1,300 nautical miles—trading ultimate speed and payload for lower acquisition and operating complexity relative to turbine aircraft.

SpecDaher TBM 910Pilatus PC-12 NGXPiper M350
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.78$ 1.34
Min Crew11
Total Seats686
Flight RulesIFRIFRVFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPilatusPiper
Aircraft NameTBM 910PC-12 NGXM350
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173018031343
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.46$ 0.22
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)29081308
Standard Cabin Seats464
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 793$ 285
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiHoneywell Primus ApexGarmin G1000 NXi
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330290213
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,250,000$5,350,000$1,195,000
Max Cabin Seats9
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNoOptional
Min Crew11
Total Seats686
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.25.85.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CentreNo
Standard Cabin Seats464
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439013100
Cargo DoorYes
Max Cabin Seats9
Lavatory LocationFWD
Engine
FADECYesYesNo
ModelPT6A-66DPT6E-67XPTIO-540-AE2A
TBO (hrs)350050002000
Horsepower8501200350
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 35
No. of Engines111
Fuel Burn (gph)37
Fuel Capacity (gal)291120
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Fuel TypeAvGas
TBO (yrs)12
Fuel DeliveryFuel Injected
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.347.2529
Wingspan (ft)42.153.3343
Cabin Width (ft)454.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.14.94
Cabin Length (ft)13.416.912.3
Overall Height (ft)14.31411.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)304020
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.25
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)13