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Daher Tbm 960 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane optimized for fast, efficient point‑to‑point travel using runways; it typically carries about 4 to 6 passengers in executive comfort (up to around 6 passengers plus a pilot) and offers long‑range capability of roughly 1,700 nautical miles depending on conditions and reserves. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a twin‑engine light jet designed for higher cruise speeds and greater payload flexibility, including operation from many shorter or semi‑prepared runways; it generally seats about 6 to 8 passengers (with optional higher-density layouts) and delivers a range around 2,000 nautical miles, again mission‑dependent. The Agusta/Leonardo AW189 is a twin‑engine medium helicopter focused on vertical lift missions such as offshore, SAR, and utility/transport; it commonly carries about 12 to 16 passengers in a typical cabin configuration and has a range on the order of 450 to 500 nautical miles, varying with payload, reserves, and fuel fit.

SpecDaher TBM 960AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 15.57$ 3.71
Min Crew111
Total Seats6216
Flight RulesIFRIFR—
ManufacturerDaher TBMLeonardoPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 960AW189PC-24
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop——
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17306512076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.74$ 0.62
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2908—6680
Standard Cabin Seats4196
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 2,413$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000EFISPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330155440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$2,413,000$11,800,000
Max Cabin Seats—1910
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo—1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew111
Total Seats6216
Galley LocationMID—FWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2—9.3
Standard Cabin Seats4196
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390—23500
Max Cabin Seats—1910
Crew Rest——No
Jump Seat——No
Cargo Door——Yes
Lavatory Location——FWD
Galley / Refreshment——Optional Refreshment Center
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelTBM 960CT7-2E1FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)350040005000
Horsepower8501983—
Flat RatingISA + 49—ISA + 23
Fuel Type—JetFuel—
No. of Engines—22
Thrust (lbs)——3435
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.357.852.2
Wingspan (ft)42.1—55.8
Cabin Width (ft)4—5.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.1—5.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.4—23
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123395—
Overall Height (ft)—16.617.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)—48—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)—85—
Aisle Step (ft)——Flat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)——3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)——17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)——90