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Diamond Aircraft Da62 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Diamond Aircraft DA62 and the Piper M600 SLS sit in different categories and are aimed at different missions. The DA62 is a modern light twin‑engine piston aircraft, valued for redundancy, efficiency, and relatively low operating costs in personal and small business flying. The M600 SLS is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop, positioned as a faster, higher‑altitude, more capable business aircraft with advanced avionics and autoland features. In range, the DA62 typically offers a longer endurance-oriented range on the order of roughly 1,000–1,300 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, while the M600 SLS commonly delivers about 1,400 nautical miles under typical cruise planning, with the ability to cruise higher and faster, which often makes it more time-efficient on longer trips. For passenger capacity, the DA62 is generally configured for up to seven occupants including the pilot, making it attractive for families or small groups. The M600 SLS is typically arranged for six seats, emphasizing comfort and speed over maximum headcount.

SpecDiamond Aircraft DA62Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 1.18$ 2.19
Total Seats56
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDiamond AircraftPiper
Aircraft NameDA62M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)12831406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.24$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats5
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)15652200
Standard Cabin Seats34
Direct Operating Cost$ 225$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)190274
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $1,290,000 $3,081,400
Min Crew1
Cabin
Cockpit22
Total Seats55
Max Cabin Seats5
Standard Cabin Seats34
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelAE330PT6A-42A
Fuel TypeDiesel / Jet Fuel
TBO (hrs)18003600
Horsepower180600
Fuel DeliveryFuel Injected
No. of Engines21
Usable Fuel (gal)86
Fuel Capacity (gal)89260
Flat RatingISA + 55
Dimensions
Length (ft)30.129.7
Wingspan (ft)47.843.2
Overall Height (ft)9.311.3
Cabin Width (ft)4.1
Cabin Height (ft)4
Cabin Length (ft)12.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20