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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 Seats—19
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNo—
Min Crew14
Total Seats616
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2—
Standard Cabin Seats412
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390—
Crew Rest—Optional
Jump Seat—Yes
Max Cabin Seats—19
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYes—
ModelTBM 960Pearl 700
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition
Horsepower850—
Flat RatingISA + 49—
Thrust (lbs)—18250
No. of Engines—2
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