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Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane optimized for fast owner‑pilot travel. It typically offers roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range depending on payload and conditions, and is commonly configured for about 4–6 passengers plus a pilot. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a twin‑engine light business jet aimed at more airline‑like utility and short/rough‑field capability for a jet. Its practical range is generally around 1,800–2,000 nautical miles, and cabin layouts commonly seat about 6–8 passengers (with higher-density options). The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine turbine helicopter focused on short‑range, flexible point‑to‑point access and vertical operations rather than speed and long legs. Its range is typically in the 300–400 nautical mile class, and it usually carries a pilot plus about 4 passengers. Overall, the PC‑24 carries more people farther at higher speed, the TBM 960 provides efficient long-range turboprop performance with fewer seats, and the R66 trades range and speed for helicopter access and landing flexibility.

SpecDaher TBM 960Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 3.71
Min Crew11
Total Seats66
Flight RulesIFR—
ManufacturerDaher TBMPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 960PC-24
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop—
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17302076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.62
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)29086680
Standard Cabin Seats46
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$11,800,000
Max Cabin Seats—10
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew11
Total Seats66
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.29.3
Standard Cabin Seats46
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439023500
Crew Rest—No
Jump Seat—No
Cargo Door—Yes
Max Cabin Seats—10
Lavatory Location—FWD
Galley / Refreshment—Optional Refreshment Center
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelTBM 960FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)35005000
Horsepower850—
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)—3435
No. of Engines—2
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.352.2
Wingspan (ft)42.155.8
Cabin Width (ft)45.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.15.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.423
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123—
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor
Overall Height (ft)—17.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)—17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—90