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Honda Aircraft Hondajet Elite vs Daher Tbm 910 vs Piper M600

The Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite is a light business jet, while the Daher TBM 910 and Piper M600 are high-performance single‑engine turboprops. In category terms, the HondaJet Elite emphasizes jet speed and a more “airliner-like” cabin experience in a compact package, whereas the TBM 910 and M600 prioritize turboprop efficiency, shorter-field flexibility, and simpler ownership. For range, the TBM 910 generally leads, offering roughly 1,700+ nautical miles depending on conditions and reserves, making it strong for longer nonstop trips. The HondaJet Elite is typically around the low‑to‑mid 1,400‑nautical‑mile class, balancing range with higher cruise speeds. The Piper M600 is usually in a similar but slightly shorter ballpark, commonly around 1,400–1,500 nautical miles, again depending on payload and mission profile. On passenger capacity, all are broadly in the six‑occupant class for typical use. The HondaJet Elite often markets up to six passengers plus one or two pilots (with an onboard lavatory), while the TBM 910 and M600 commonly seat about five to six passengers plus a pilot.

SpecDaher TBM 910Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.73
Min Crew11
Total Seats66
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMHonda Aircraft
Aircraft NameTBM 910HondaJet Elite
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17301495
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.68
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)29083432
Standard Cabin Seats44
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 1,135
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330419
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,250,000$ 5,400,000
Max Cabin Seats6
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew11
Total Seats66
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.28.8
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CentreGalley
Standard Cabin Seats44
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439023060
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Max Cabin Seats6
Lavatory LocationAFT
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPT6A-66DHF120-H1A
TBO (hrs)35005000
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 10
No. of Engines12
Fuel Burn (gph)37
Fuel Capacity (gal)291439
Thrust (lbs)2050
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.342.7
Wingspan (ft)42.139.8
Cabin Width (ft)45
Cabin Height (ft)4.14.8
Cabin Length (ft)13.412.1
Overall Height (ft)14.314.9
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)30
Aisle Step (ft)0.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)10.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)66