Daher Tbm 960 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Sikorsky S 92
The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine pressurized turboprop airplanes aimed at fast personal or business travel. Both typically carry 1 pilot plus about 4–5 passengers, with the TBM 960 generally offering higher cruise speed and a longer practical range, while the M600 SLS is slightly smaller and optimized for simpler owner‑pilot operation. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 and Sikorsky S‑92 are twin‑engine medium helicopters designed for offshore transport, SAR, and utility missions. Compared with the airplanes, they trade speed and point‑to‑point range for vertical lift, hover capability, and access to remote sites. The AW189 typically carries around 16–19 passengers in high‑density layouts (fewer in VIP/mission fits) and offers moderate helicopter range. The larger S‑92 usually accommodates roughly 19 passengers and tends to provide greater payload and overall mission capability, with comparable or somewhat longer range depending on configuration. Overall, the fixed‑wing TBM 960 and M600 SLS lead on range efficiency, while the AW189 and S‑92 lead on lift and access.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 | Piper M600 SLS | Sikorsky S-92 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | $ 15.57 | $ 2.19 | $ 19.79 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 21 | 6 | 21 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Leonardo | Piper | Sikorsky |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 | AW189 | M600 | S-92 |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 651 | 1406 | 439 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | $ 0.74 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.94 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | — | 2200 | 7417 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 19 | 4 | 19 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | $ 2,413 | $ 603 | $ 3,068 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | EFIS | Garmin G3000 | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 155 | 274 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $2,413,000 | $3,081,400 | $30,650,000 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 19 | — | 19 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | — | No | — |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 21 | 5 | 21 |
| Galley Location | MID | — | MID | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | — | 5.6 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 19 | 4 | 19 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | — | 12600 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 19 | — | 19 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Refreshment Centre | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 8644 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Model | TBM 960 | CT7-2E1 | PT6A-42A | CT7-8A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 4000 | 3600 | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 850 | 1983 | 600 | 2520 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | — | ISA + 55 | — |
| Fuel Type | — | JetFuel | — | JetFuel |
| No. of Engines | — | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 | 760 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 57.8 | 29.7 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | — | 43.2 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | — | 4.1 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | — | 4 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | — | 12.3 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | 395 | 165 | 775 |
| Overall Height (ft) | — | 16.6 | 11.3 | 17.8 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | 48 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 85 | — | 140 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 20 | — |