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Daher Tbm 960 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M350 vs Piper Seneca

The Daher TBM 960, Piaggio Avanti EVO, and Pilatus PC-12 NGX are single‑pilot-capable pressurized turboprops, while the Piper M350 is a pressurized piston single and the Piper Seneca is a pressurized piston twin. For range, the PC-12 NGX and TBM 960 generally sit at the long end for their class, suited to longer nonstop trips, with the Avanti EVO also offering strong range but typically a bit less than the longest‑leg TBM/PC‑12 missions. The M350 usually delivers mid‑range capability typical of high‑performance piston singles, and the Seneca’s range is broadly comparable or somewhat shorter depending on loading and reserves, reflecting its light twin role. For passenger capacity, the PC‑12 NGX typically carries the most people in practical use and has the most flexible cabin, the Avanti EVO is next with a comfortable executive layout, and the TBM 960 is optimized for fewer passengers at higher speed. The M350 and Seneca usually seat fewer than the turboprops, with the Seneca offering twin‑engine redundancy and the M350 emphasizing owner‑pilot efficiency.

SpecDaher TBM 960Piaggio Avanti EVOPilatus PC-12 NGXPiper M350Piper Seneca
Summary
Cockpit22222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.78$ 1.34$ 1.69
Min Crew111
Total Seats68866
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFRVFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPiaggioPilatusPiperPiper
Aircraft NameTBM 960Avanti EVOPC-12 NGXM350Seneca
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1730153018031343828
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.46$ 0.22$ 0.28
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908377513081331
Standard Cabin Seats46644
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 793$ 285$ 337
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus ApexGarmin G1000 NXiGarmin G1000 NXi
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330400290213200
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$ 7,695,000$5,350,000$1,195,000 $1,095,000
Max Cabin Seats79
Cabin
Cockpit22222
LavatoryNoNoOptional
Min Crew111
Total Seats68866
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.295.85.6
Standard Cabin Seats46644
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)143902400013100
Max Cabin Seats79
Galley / RefreshmentNoNo
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Cargo DoorYes
Lavatory LocationFWD
Engine
FADECYesYesYesNoNo
ModelTBM 960PT6A–66BPT6E-67XPTIO-540-AE2ATSIO-360-RB
TBO (hrs)35003600500020001800
Horsepower8508501200350220
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 28ISA + 35
No. of Engines2112
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Fuel TypeAvGasAvGas
TBO (yrs)12
Fuel DeliveryFuel InjectedFuel Injected
Fuel Capacity (gal)120122
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.347.347.252928.6
Wingspan (ft)42.147.153.334339
Cabin Width (ft)46.154.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.15.84.94
Cabin Length (ft)13.414.916.912.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123165
Overall Height (ft)13.11411.410
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.54.25
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.24020
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)13