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Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane aimed at owner‑pilots and short business trips, with a typical range around 1,700 nautical miles and usually seating about 4–6 passengers (up to about 6 plus a pilot, depending on configuration). The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine helicopter optimized for utility, training, and short hops, with a much shorter range (roughly a few hundred nautical miles) and seating typically 4–5 including the pilot. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet built for intercontinental travel, with a range around 7,500 nautical miles and a typical passenger load in the low‑to‑mid teens (with maximum layouts approaching about 19). The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium twin helicopter used for offshore, SAR, and VIP transport, offering moderate helicopter range (roughly 500–600 nautical miles) and a much higher cabin capacity than the 480B, commonly carrying around 12–19 passengers depending on mission and interior.

SpecDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 2.25—$ 19.79
Min Crew142
Total Seats61621
Flight RulesIFR—IFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMGulfstreamSikorsky
Aircraft NameTBM 960G700S-92
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop——
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17307500439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56—$ 0.94
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908—7417
Standard Cabin Seats41219
Direct Operating Cost$ 744—$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$78,000,000 $30,650,000
Max Cabin Seats—1919
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo——
Min Crew142
Total Seats61621
Galley LocationMIDFWD—
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2——
Standard Cabin Seats41219
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390——
Crew Rest—Optional—
Jump Seat—Yes—
Max Cabin Seats—1919
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT—
Engine
FADECYes—Yes
ModelTBM 960Pearl 700CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition4000
Horsepower850—2520
Flat RatingISA + 49——
Thrust (lbs)—18250—
No. of Engines—21
Fuel Type——JetFuel
Fuel Capacity (gal)——760
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3109.9—
Wingspan (ft)42.1103—
Cabin Width (ft)48.2—
Cabin Height (ft)4.16.25—
Cabin Length (ft)13.456.9—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123—775
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor—
Overall Height (ft)—25.417.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—195—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)——140