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Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Robinson R66 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane aimed at fast owner-operator travel. It typically carries four to six passengers (up to about six plus a pilot depending on configuration) and offers roughly 1,500–1,700 nautical miles of range, making it best for efficient point-to-point trips with modest cabin volume. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light twin‑engine business jet designed for corporate and charter missions, with seating commonly in the six to eight passenger range (higher in commuter layouts) and an approximate 1,800–2,000 nautical mile range; it trades higher cost for more cabin space, jet speed, and operational flexibility. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑turbine helicopter typically carrying four passengers plus a pilot, with about 300–350 nautical miles of range, optimized for short regional hops, aerial work, and access to tight landing areas. The Sikorsky S‑92 is a large twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore and executive transport, commonly seating around 12–19 passengers with roughly 500–600 nautical miles of range, prioritizing payload, cabin volume, and mission capability over speed and economy.

SpecDaher TBM 960Pilatus PC-24Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 3.71$ 19.79
Min Crew112
Total Seats6621
Flight RulesIFR—IFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPilatusSikorsky
Aircraft NameTBM 960PC-24S-92
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop——
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17302076439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.62$ 0.94
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)290866807417
Standard Cabin Seats4619
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 1,619$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)EFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330440155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$11,800,000 $30,650,000
Max Cabin Seats—1019
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing—
Min Crew112
Total Seats6621
Galley LocationMIDFWD—
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.29.3—
Standard Cabin Seats4619
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439023500—
Crew Rest—No—
Jump Seat—No—
Cargo Door—Yes—
Max Cabin Seats—1019
Lavatory Location—FWD—
Galley / Refreshment—Optional Refreshment Center—
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelTBM 960FJ44-4A-QPMCT7-8A
TBO (hrs)350050004000
Horsepower850—2520
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 23—
Thrust (lbs)—3435—
No. of Engines—21
Fuel Type——JetFuel
Fuel Capacity (gal)——760
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—775
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor—
Overall Height (ft)—17.417.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—3.8—
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)—17—
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—90—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)——140