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Daher Tbm 960 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66

The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single‑engine turboprop airplane aimed at fast, efficient point‑to‑point travel. It is typically configured for about 4–6 passengers plus a pilot, and offers long range for its class, often around 1,500+ nautical miles depending on payload and conditions. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a twin‑engine light business jet designed for flexibility, including operation from shorter or unimproved runways. It generally carries 6–10 passengers and provides roughly 1,900–2,000 nautical miles of range, again varying with load and reserves. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter optimized for offshore, SAR, and utility roles. It can seat a much larger cabin load than the fixed‑wing options, commonly around 12–16 passengers (and more in high‑density layouts), with typical ranges in the 400–500 nautical mile class depending on tanks and mission equipment. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter suited to personal, training, and light utility use, usually carrying 4 passengers plus a pilot, with a typical range around 300–350 nautical miles.

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