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Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane in the high‑performance personal/business category. It typically carries about 4–6 passengers (up to 6 in the cabin, plus pilot) and offers roughly 1,500–1,700 nautical miles of range depending on loading and reserves, making it well suited to efficient regional and some transcontinental trips with fewer people. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It is commonly configured for around 10–16 passengers (with maximum layouts higher) and provides about 7,500 nautical miles of range, targeting nonstop city pairs across oceans with significant cabin comfort. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter, typically seating a pilot plus about 4 passengers. Its range is on the order of 300–400 nautical miles, optimized for short‑range point‑to‑point access, especially where runways are unavailable. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore, SAR, and VIP/utility roles. It commonly carries roughly 12–19 passengers and has a range around 500–600 nautical miles, favoring mission capability and payload over long-range speed.

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