Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66
The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single‑engine turboprop airplane best suited to fast owner‑flown travel. It typically carries about four to six passengers and offers roughly 1,500–1,700 nautical miles of range depending on speed, load, and reserves. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large long‑range business jet in a different class entirely, commonly configured for around 13 passengers and capable of about 3,900 nautical miles, making it the clear choice for larger groups and intercontinental missions. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light helicopter optimized for urban, utility, and short‑to‑medium legs; it generally carries about six to seven passengers with a range on the order of 300–350 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine light helicopter aimed at simpler, lower‑cost missions, typically seating about four passengers with roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range. Overall, the Legacy 650E leads on capacity and range, the TBM 960 leads among non‑jets for point‑to‑point speed and range, and the 902 Explorer and R66 trade range for vertical‑lift flexibility.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop |
| Certification | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Lavatory | No |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Galley Location | MID |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 |
| Engine | |
| FADEC | Yes |
| Model | TBM 960 |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 |
| Horsepower | 850 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 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 |