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

The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single‑engine turboprop in the personal/corporate transport category, typically carrying about 4 to 6 passengers (up to around 6–7 seats depending on configuration) with a range on the order of roughly 1,700 nautical miles, making it well suited to efficient regional and some transcontinental point‑to‑point trips. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental missions. It typically seats 10 to 19 passengers in executive layouts (and can be configured for more), with range around 7,500 nautical miles, enabling nonstop flights such as North America to the Middle East or deep into Asia/Europe. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter focused on vertical-lift utility and short‑range transport. It generally carries about 1 to 7 passengers (often 5–6 plus pilot), with a typical range of roughly 300 nautical miles, prioritizing access to confined areas and mission flexibility over long-distance speed.

SpecDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 2.25
Min Crew14
Total Seats616
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMGulfstream
Aircraft NameTBM 960G700
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)17307500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908
Standard Cabin Seats412
Direct Operating Cost$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$78,000,000
Max Cabin Seats19
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNo
Min Crew14
Total Seats616
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
Standard Cabin Seats412
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYes
ModelTBM 960Pearl 700
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines2
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
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Overall Height (ft)25.4
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195