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Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane optimized for fast personal and business travel; it typically carries 4–6 passengers plus a pilot (up to about 6 seats total) and offers roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range depending on load and reserves. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft in a higher category, generally accommodating about 7–9 occupants (often 6–7 passengers plus crew) with a typical range around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, emphasizing cabin comfort and speed over short‑field utility. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter suited to utility, training, and short‑range transport; it usually seats 4–5 total and commonly has a range in the 300–400 nautical mile class. The Robinson R66 is also a single‑engine turbine helicopter, typically seating 4–5 total, with a broadly similar short‑range profile, often around 300–400 nautical miles. Overall, the TBM 960 and Avanti EVO dominate on range and cross‑country efficiency, while the 480B and R66 trade speed and distance for vertical access and confined-area operations.

SpecDaher TBM 960Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25
Min Crew11
Total Seats68
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPiaggio
Aircraft NameTBM 960Avanti EVO
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17301530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)29083775
Standard Cabin Seats46
Direct Operating Cost$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$ 7,695,000
Max Cabin Seats7
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNoNo
Min Crew11
Total Seats68
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.29
Standard Cabin Seats46
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439024000
Max Cabin Seats7
Galley / RefreshmentNo
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelTBM 960PT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)35003600
Horsepower850850
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 28
No. of Engines2
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.347.3
Wingspan (ft)42.147.1
Cabin Width (ft)46.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.15.8
Cabin Length (ft)13.414.9
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Overall Height (ft)13.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.2