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Daher Tbm 960 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop in the high‑performance owner‑pilot category, typically carrying about 4 to 6 passengers in addition to the pilot, with a range roughly around 1,500–1,700 nautical miles depending on speed and reserves. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑engine turboprop positioned as a fast, efficient executive aircraft, generally seating about 6 to 8 passengers, with range commonly around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet designed for versatility and rough/short‑field capability, usually configured for about 6 to 10 passengers, and offering an approximate range around 1,800–2,000 nautical miles. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range, large‑cabin tri‑jet in the heavy business jet class, typically accommodating about 8 to 14 passengers in comfort (higher in dense layouts), and delivering intercontinental range on the order of about 5,900–6,450 nautical miles. Overall, the TBM 960 and Avanti EVO emphasize turboprop efficiency, the PC‑24 balances jet speed with access to challenging runways, and the Falcon 8X is built for maximum range and cabin space.

SpecDaher TBM 960Dassault Falcon 8XPiaggio Avanti EVOPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 7.66—$ 3.71
Min Crew1211
Total Seats61786
Flight RulesIFR—IFR—
ManufacturerDaher TBMDassault FalconPiaggioPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 9608XAvanti EVOPC-24
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop———
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1730645015302076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.64—$ 0.62
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)29083690037756680
Standard Cabin Seats41466
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 3,805—$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516400440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$ 62,500,000$ 7,695,000$11,800,000
Max Cabin Seats—16710
Cabin
Cockpit2322
LavatoryNo2 Enclosed FlushingNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew1211
Total Seats61786
Galley LocationMIDFWD—FWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.210.299.3
Standard Cabin Seats41466
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390292002400023500
Crew Rest—No—No
Jump Seat—Yes—No
Max Cabin Seats—16710
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT—FWD
Galley / Refreshment—GalleyNoOptional Refreshment Center
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—39006600—
Cargo Door———Yes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelTBM 960PW307DPT6A–66BFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition36005000
Horsepower850—850—
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 17ISA + 28ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)—6722—3435
No. of Engines—322
Fuel Burn (gph)——100—
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.380.247.352.2
Wingspan (ft)42.186.347.155.8
Cabin Width (ft)47.76.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.16.25.85.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.442.714.923
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1231695——
Overall Height (ft)—26.113.117.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—6.33.53.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)—29.2—17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—14035.290
Aisle Step (ft)———Flat Floor