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Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane optimized for owner‑pilot and short business trips. It typically carries about 4 to 6 passengers (up to 6 plus a pilot) and offers roughly 1,700–1,800 nautical miles of range, depending on payload and conditions. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental missions, commonly configured for around 10 to 19 passengers (with high‑density options higher) and capable of about 7,500 nautical miles. The Leonardo AW189 is a super‑medium, twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore and utility/VIP transport; it generally seats about 12 to 16 passengers and has an approximate 450–500 nautical mile range. The MD Helicopters MD 902 Explorer is a light twin helicopter aimed at EMS, law enforcement, and corporate shuttle roles, typically carrying about 4 to 7 passengers and offering roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range. Overall, the G700 dominates in range and cabin volume, the TBM 960 balances speed and efficiency for smaller groups, and the AW189 and MD 902 trade range for vertical‑lift flexibility.

SpecDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 2.25—$ 15.57
Min Crew141
Total Seats61621
Flight RulesIFR—IFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMGulfstreamLeonardo
Aircraft NameTBM 960G700AW189
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop——
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17307500651
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56—$ 0.74
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908——
Standard Cabin Seats41219
Direct Operating Cost$ 744—$ 2,413
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$78,000,000$2,413,000
Max Cabin Seats—1919
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo——
Min Crew141
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 700CT7-2E1
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition4000
Horsepower850—1983
Flat RatingISA + 49——
Thrust (lbs)—18250—
No. of Engines—22
Fuel Type——JetFuel
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3109.957.8
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—395
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor—
Overall Height (ft)—25.416.6
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—195—
Rotor Diameter (ft)——48
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)——85