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Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Sikorsky S 92

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane optimized for efficient personal or small business travel. It typically carries about 4 to 6 passengers (up to around 6 plus a pilot, depending on configuration) and offers a long range for its class, roughly on the order of 1,500–1,700 nautical miles, making it well suited to regional and some transcontinental nonstop trips. The Gulfstream G700 is a large, ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental missions. It commonly accommodates 10 to 16 passengers in executive layouts (and can be configured for more) and has an ultra‑long range around 7,000+ nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs that smaller aircraft cannot cover. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter intended for short‑range utility, law enforcement, EMS, and corporate lift. Passenger capacity is typically about 4 to 6 (plus pilots), with range generally a few hundred nautical miles. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a heavy twin helicopter used for offshore transport, SAR, and VIP roles. It carries far more people—often around 12 to 19 passengers—and has a medium helicopter range, commonly a few hundred nautical miles depending on load and reserves.

SpecDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 2.25—$ 19.79
Min Crew142
Total Seats61621
Flight RulesIFR—IFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMGulfstreamSikorsky
Aircraft NameTBM 960G700S-92
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop——
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17307500439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56—$ 0.94
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908—7417
Standard Cabin Seats41219
Direct Operating Cost$ 744—$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$78,000,000 $30,650,000
Max Cabin Seats—1919
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo——
Min Crew142
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 700CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition4000
Horsepower850—2520
Flat RatingISA + 49——
Thrust (lbs)—18250—
No. of Engines—21
Fuel Type——JetFuel
Fuel Capacity (gal)——760
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—775
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor—
Overall Height (ft)—25.417.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—195—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)——140