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Enstrom 480b vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66

The Enstrom 480B and Robinson R66 are turbine helicopters, while the Pilatus PC-24 and Piper M600 SLS are fixed-wing turboprop airplanes (with the PC-24 being a jet, not a turboprop). In range, the PC-24 generally leads, designed for longer business trips with typical ranges around 2,000 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The M600 SLS is next, typically around 1,400 nautical miles, aimed at owner-operators seeking efficient regional travel. The R66’s range is shorter, commonly around 300–350 nautical miles, reflecting helicopter fuel capacity and mission profiles, while the Enstrom 480B is in a similar short-range class, often roughly 250–350 nautical miles depending on configuration and conditions. For passenger capacity, the PC-24 usually seats a single pilot plus up to about 10 passengers in typical layouts, making it the most capable people-mover here. The M600 SLS typically carries one pilot plus up to five passengers. The R66 commonly accommodates a pilot plus four passengers, and the 480B is generally a five-seat helicopter total (pilot plus four).

SpecPilatus PC-24Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 3.71$ 2.19
Min Crew11
Total Seats66
ManufacturerPilatusPiper
Aircraft NamePC-24M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)20761406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats10
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)66802200
Standard Cabin Seats64
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,619$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)440274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$11,800,000$3,081,400
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed FlushingNo
Min Crew11
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Cargo DoorYes
Total Seats65
Galley LocationFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats10
Lavatory LocationFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.35.6
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment CenterRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats64
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2350012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelFJ44-4A-QPMPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)50003600
Flat RatingISA + 23ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)3435
No. of Engines21
Horsepower600
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.229.7
Wingspan (ft)55.843.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.64.1
Cabin Height (ft)5.14
Cabin Length (ft)2312.3
Overall Height (ft)17.411.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)9020
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165