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Daher Tbm 960 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine, pressurized turboprop airplane designed for fast, efficient point‑to‑point travel. It offers the longest typical range of the group (roughly around 1,500–1,700 nautical miles depending on reserves and payload) and is best suited to carrying a small number of people in comfort, generally up to about six passengers (with a pilot seat also available). The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a medium twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore and utility transport. It typically carries a larger group than the TBM, commonly configured for about 12–16 passengers, with a range often in the 400–500+ nautical mile class depending on tanks and payload. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter optimized for simplicity and lower operating cost. Capacity is limited (typically four passengers plus a pilot), and range is shorter, commonly around 300–350 nautical miles. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter built for offshore and SAR missions. It usually carries the most passengers (often about 16–19) with medium helicopter range, commonly around 500+ nautical miles depending on configuration.

SpecDaher TBM 960AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 15.57$ 19.79
Min Crew112
Total Seats62121
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMLeonardoSikorsky
Aircraft NameTBM 960AW189S-92
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1730651439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.74$ 0.94
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)29087417
Standard Cabin Seats41919
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 2,413$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000EFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330155155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$2,413,000 $30,650,000
Max Cabin Seats1919
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo
Min Crew112
Total Seats62121
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
Standard Cabin Seats41919
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Max Cabin Seats1919
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelTBM 960CT7-2E1CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)350040004000
Horsepower85019832520
Flat RatingISA + 49
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
No. of Engines21
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.357.8
Wingspan (ft)42.1
Cabin Width (ft)4
Cabin Height (ft)4.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123395775
Overall Height (ft)16.617.8
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)85140