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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 RulesIFRIFR
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)29087417
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 Seats1919
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo
Min Crew142
Total Seats61621
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
Standard Cabin Seats41219
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Max Cabin Seats1919
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelTBM 960Pearl 700CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition4000
Horsepower8502520
Flat RatingISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines21
Fuel TypeJetFuel
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)123775
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Overall Height (ft)25.417.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)140