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Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Robinson R66

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane typically used for owner‑pilot or small executive travel. It carries about 4 to 6 passengers (depending on seating configuration) and offers long regional-to-intercontinental capability for its class, with range roughly in the 1,400–1,700 nautical mile neighborhood. The Gulfstream G700 is a large-cabin, ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for high-end corporate and VIP missions. It commonly accommodates around 10 to 19 passengers in executive layouts (with higher-density options possible) and has true intercontinental range, roughly about 7,000+ nautical miles. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) MD 902 Explorer is a twin‑engine light utility helicopter (noted for its NOTAR anti‑torque system). It typically seats 1–2 pilots plus about 6–7 passengers, and its range is generally a few hundred nautical miles, roughly around 300–400 nm depending on reserves and configuration. The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine light helicopter aimed at personal, training, and utility flying. It usually seats 1 pilot plus 4 passengers, with range commonly around 300 nm.

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