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Diamond Aircraft Da42 Vi vs Diamond Aircraft Da62 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Tbm 900

The Diamond DA42 VI and DA62 are both light twin‑engine piston aircraft aimed at efficient personal, training, and small business travel, while the Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a larger single‑engine turboprop designed as a higher‑end utility and executive platform. In category, the DA42 VI is the smaller, lighter twin optimized for economy and training; the DA62 is a larger, more capable twin with greater cabin volume and payload; the PC‑12 NGX sits in a different class, offering turboprop performance, rugged-field capability, and a far more flexible mission profile. For range, the DA42 VI and DA62 generally deliver comparable, medium‑haul legs suitable for regional trips, whereas the PC‑12 NGX typically provides longer real‑world range and more generous reserves at higher cruise speeds, especially when operated in typical corporate configurations. Passenger capacity also separates them: the DA42 VI is commonly configured for about four occupants; the DA62 typically seats six to seven; the PC‑12 NGX is usually flown with six to nine passengers depending on interior, with substantially more baggage and cabin comfort.

SpecDiamond Aircraft DA42 VIDiamond Aircraft DA62Pilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
DOC / nm$ 1.11$ 1.18$ 2.78
Total Seats458
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerDiamond AircraftDiamond AircraftPilatus
Aircraft NameDA42 VIDA62PC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)127312831803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.28$ 0.24$ 0.46
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)12981565—
Direct Operating Cost$ 211$ 225$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G1000 NXiHoneywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)190190290
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $869,000 $1,290,000 $5,350,000
Cockpit—22
Max Cabin Seats—59
Standard Cabin Seats—36
Min Crew——1
Cabin
Total Seats458
Cockpit—22
Max Cabin Seats—59
Standard Cabin Seats—36
Lavatory——Optional
Min Crew——1
Cargo Door——Yes
Lavatory Location——FWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)——5.8
Galley / Refreshment——No
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)——13100
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelAE300AE330PT6E-67XP
Fuel TypeDiesel / Jet FuelDiesel / Jet Fuel—
TBO (hrs)180018005000
Horsepower1681801200
Fuel DeliveryFuel InjectedFuel Injected—
No. of Engines221
Usable Fuel (gal)76.486402
Fuel Capacity (gal)79.489—
Flat Rating——ISA + 35
Dimensions
Length (ft)28.130.147.25
Wingspan (ft)44.547.853.33
Overall Height (ft)8.29.314
Cabin Width (ft)——5
Cabin Height (ft)——4.9
Cabin Length (ft)——16.9
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)——4.25
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)——40