Daher Kodiak 100 Series Iii vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M500
| Spec | Piper M500 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.11 | $ 2.78 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Piper | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | M500 | PC-12 NGX |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1000 | 1803 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.78 | $ 0.46 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 1698 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 579 | $ 793 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G1000 NXi | Honeywell Primus Apex |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 260 | 290 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $2,122,600 | $5,350,000 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 9 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | Optional |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 5 | 8 |
| Galley Location | MID | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 5.5 | 5.8 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Refreshment Centre | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 12600 | 13100 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 8244 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | No | Yes |
| Model | PT6A-42A | PT6E-67XP |
| TBO (hrs) | 3600 | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 500 | 1200 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 55 | ISA + 35 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 170 | — |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | 402 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 29.6 | 47.25 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 43.2 | 53.33 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.1 | 5 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4 | 4.9 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 12.3 | 16.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 11.3 | 14 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 165 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 20 | 40 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 4.25 |