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Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66

The Pilatus PC-24 and Piper M600 SLS are fixed‑wing airplanes, while the Robinson R66 is a light turbine helicopter, so they differ most in speed, runway requirements, and mission flexibility. In category, the PC-24 is a twin‑engine light jet aimed at fast business travel and frequent legs; the M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop optimized for owner‑pilot efficiency and simpler operations; the R66 is a single‑engine turbine helicopter focused on point‑to‑point access where runways aren’t available. On range, the PC-24 generally offers the longest reach (roughly around 2,000 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves), the M600 SLS is typically next (about 1,400–1,600 nautical miles), and the R66 is shorter (commonly on the order of 300–400 nautical miles, varying with fuel load and conditions). For passenger capacity, the PC-24 can be configured for about 6–10 occupants depending on interior and crew assumptions, the M600 SLS typically carries 1 pilot plus up to 5 passengers, and the R66 commonly seats 1 pilot plus up to 4 passengers.

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