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Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane optimized for fast owner‑flown travel, typically carrying about 4 to 6 passengers in addition to the pilot, with a range on the order of roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin long‑range business jet in a different class entirely, commonly configured for around 13 passengers, with intercontinental range of about 3,900 nautical miles. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine piston helicopter used for utility and training missions, seating up to about 4 to 5 occupants, with a comparatively short range typically in the ~250–350 nautical mile region. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter aimed at public safety and corporate/utility roles, generally accommodating about 7 to 8 occupants depending on layout, with typical range around ~300–400 nautical miles. Overall, the Legacy 650E leads on range and cabin size, the TBM 960 offers long range for a smaller airplane, and the helicopters trade speed and range for vertical‑lift flexibility.

SpecDaher TBM 960
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 2.25
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBM
Aircraft NameTBM 960
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908
Standard Cabin Seats4
Direct Operating Cost$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
Standard Cabin Seats4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Engine
FADECYes
ModelTBM 960
TBO (hrs)3500
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3
Wingspan (ft)42.1
Cabin Width (ft)4
Cabin Height (ft)4.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123