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Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Sikorsky S 92

The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprop airplanes best suited to fast, owner‑flown point‑to‑point travel. The TBM 960 is typically the quicker, longer‑leg option, with a range around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles depending on mission, and it generally carries 4–6 passengers in addition to the pilot (up to about 6 occupants total in many real‑world layouts). The M600 SLS is a step down in size and reach, commonly around 1,000–1,400 nautical miles, and usually seats about 4–5 passengers plus the pilot. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a twin‑engine light jet aimed at corporate and charter use, offering higher payload flexibility and speed, with typical ranges roughly 1,700–2,000 nautical miles and seating commonly 6–8 passengers (with higher‑density configurations possible). The Sikorsky S‑92 is a large twin‑engine helicopter for offshore, SAR, and VIP transport. It trades speed and range for vertical lift, typically flying roughly 400–600 nautical miles, while carrying far more people—often 12–19 passengers (and up to more depending on configuration).

SpecDaher TBM 960Pilatus PC-24Piper M600 SLSSikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 3.71$ 2.19$ 19.79
Min Crew1112
Total Seats66621
Flight RulesIFR—IFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPilatusPiperSikorsky
Aircraft NameTBM 960PC-24M600S-92
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop———
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173020761406439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.62$ 0.55$ 0.94
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908668022007417
Standard Cabin Seats46419
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 1,619$ 603$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)Garmin G3000EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330440274155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$11,800,000$3,081,400 $30,650,000
Max Cabin Seats—10—19
Cabin
Cockpit2222
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed FlushingNo—
Min Crew1112
Total Seats66521
Galley LocationMIDFWDMID—
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.29.35.6—
Standard Cabin Seats46419
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)143902350012600—
Crew Rest—No——
Jump Seat—No——
Cargo Door—Yes——
Max Cabin Seats—10—19
Lavatory Location—FWD——
Galley / Refreshment—Optional Refreshment CenterRefreshment Centre—
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——8644—
Engine
FADECYesYesNoYes
ModelTBM 960FJ44-4A-QPMPT6A-42ACT7-8A
TBO (hrs)3500500036004000
Horsepower850—6002520
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 23ISA + 55—
Thrust (lbs)—3435——
No. of Engines—211
Fuel Capacity (gal)——260760
Fuel Type———JetFuel
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.352.229.7—
Wingspan (ft)42.155.843.2—
Cabin Width (ft)45.64.1—
Cabin Height (ft)4.15.14—
Cabin Length (ft)13.42312.3—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123—165775
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor——
Overall Height (ft)—17.411.317.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—3.8——
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)—17——
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—9020—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)———140