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Daher Tbm 960 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop, best suited to owner‑pilot or small executive travel; it typically offers roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range depending on reserves and load, and commonly carries 4–6 passengers plus a pilot. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑engine turboprop positioned closer to a light business aircraft in cabin comfort and speed; it generally supports about 6–7 passengers and offers around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a twin‑engine light jet designed for corporate shuttle and mixed runway capability; it usually accommodates 6–8 passengers (up to about 10 in high‑density layouts) and has roughly 1,800–2,000 nautical miles of range. The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine turbine helicopter, optimized for short‑range flexible point‑to‑point missions; it typically seats a pilot plus 4 passengers and has about 300–350 nautical miles of range. Overall, the PC‑24 leads on passenger flexibility and jet range, the Avanti EVO and TBM 960 balance efficiency and speed in turboprop form, and the R66 trades range for vertical access.

SpecDaher TBM 960Piaggio Avanti EVOPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 3.71
Min Crew111
Total Seats686
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPiaggioPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 960Avanti EVOPC-24
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173015302076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.62
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)290837756680
Standard Cabin Seats466
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330400440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$ 7,695,000$11,800,000
Max Cabin Seats710
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNoNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew111
Total Seats686
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.299.3
Standard Cabin Seats466
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)143902400023500
Max Cabin Seats710
Galley / RefreshmentNoOptional Refreshment Center
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Lavatory LocationFWD
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelTBM 960PT6A–66BFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)350036005000
Horsepower850850
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 28ISA + 23
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Thrust (lbs)3435
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.347.352.2
Wingspan (ft)42.147.155.8
Cabin Width (ft)46.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.15.85.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.414.923
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Overall Height (ft)13.117.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.53.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.290
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17