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Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop in the high‑performance personal and owner‑pilot category. It typically carries about 4 to 6 passengers in a pressurized cabin (up to roughly 6 occupants depending on configuration) and offers long turboprop legs on the order of about 1,400–1,700 nautical miles, emphasizing efficiency and access to shorter runways. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a twin‑engine light jet positioned for versatile business and utility missions, including operation from shorter or semi‑prepared fields. It commonly seats around 6 to 8 passengers in an executive layout (with higher‑density options) and delivers roughly 1,800–2,000 nautical miles of range, bridging regional flexibility with jet speed. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet aimed at intercontinental travel and maximum comfort. It typically accommodates about 10 to 19 passengers depending on cabin layout and can fly approximately 7,500 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs that are far beyond the practical reach of the TBM 960 and PC‑24.

SpecDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 3.71
Min Crew141
Total Seats6166
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 960G700PC-24
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173075002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.62
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)29086680
Standard Cabin Seats4126
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$78,000,000$11,800,000
Max Cabin Seats1910
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew141
Total Seats6166
Galley LocationMIDFWDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.29.3
Standard Cabin Seats4126
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439023500
Crew RestOptionalNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Max Cabin Seats1910
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Cargo DoorYes
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment Center
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelTBM 960Pearl 700FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition5000
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)182503435
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3109.952.2
Wingspan (ft)42.110355.8
Cabin Width (ft)48.25.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.16.255.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.456.923
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Overall Height (ft)25.417.4
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19590
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17