Daher TBM 910 makes its US public debut at 2017 AirVenture Oshkosh

The G1000 NXi replaces Garmin’s previous G1000 configuration used by Daher on TBM 900 versions, introducing a high-resolution display design with state-of-the-art processors. These improvements provide a faster boot-up and software loading, while enabling the system to manage more aviation data and maps (such as visual approach plates). “Since the TBM 910’s formal announcement only three months ago, this aircraft has captured attention of the owner/pilot market, and a dozen already have been delivered to enthusiastic customers on both sides of the Atlantic,” explained Nicolas Chabbert, Daher’s Airplane Business Unit Senior Vice President, and CEO of the U.S.-based SOCATA North America subsidiary.

He noted the TBM 910 benefits from the same range and performance that have contributed to the success of Daher’s TBM 900-series six-passenger pressurized single-engine turboprop aircraft, and this latest version also includes such proven technical features as the TBM e-copilot® for lower pilot workload.

The TBM 910 enhanced interior includes the optional AmSafe Seatbelt Airbag in the torso section of 4-point seatbelts at the two cockpit seats. When triggered, the airbag deploys up and away from the seated occupant, providing protection to the head, neck and torso. The TBM 910’s AmSafe Seatbelt Airbag meets FAR 23.562 26g requirements for pilot/co-pilot seats, and provides additional safety for survivable impacts.

Other TBM 910 advantages are the enhanced situational awareness, and improved cockpit connectivity that allows wireless transfer of aviation databases from the Garmin Pilot app on mobile devices to the G1000 NXi system. Additionally, an enriched “feel” with the flight deck’s new keyboard joystick gives more accurate panning and fluid navigation on the multi-function display pages.

The TBM 910 also features cabin interior enhancements with new seat shapes and additional fittings, which are identical to the high-end TBM 930 version. Additionally, the TBM 910 can accommodate the “Elite Privacy” compartment – a quick-change option that integrates a lavatory area in the aircraft’s aft fuselage.

For its U.S. public debut at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this week, the TBM 910 is appearing alongside Daher’s TBM 930 (equipped with Garmin’s touchscreen-controlled G3000 flight deck), as well as a flightworthy replica of the Morane-Saulnier Type L aircraft – a TBM-ancestor that first flew more than 100 years ago.

About the Daher TBM – www.tbm.aero

The TBM 910 and TBM 930 are the latest members in Daher’s TBM family of very fast single-engine turboprop aircraft. Differences between the two models are concentrated on their primary avionics: Garmin’s G1000 NXi avionics system with physical keypad for the TBM 900; Garmin’s G3000 with touchscreen controller for the TBM 930.

Both aircraft offer superior performance – a maximum cruise speed of 330 kts. – and high efficiency with a 1,730-naut. mi. maximum range and a fuel consumption at economy cruise of 37 U.S. gallons per hour. This results from aerodynamic improvements, along with other aircraft enhancements. The maximum range and useful load, as well as the ability to land at small airports, are some of the customers’ favorite features.

To date, a total of 847 TBM aircraft have been delivered to international owners and operators, with the global fleet accumulating some 1.4 million flight hours.

TBM 900-series aircraft already have received more than 200 orders since their launch, with 185 delivered through July 15, 2017. They are built by Daher on its industrial site at the airport of Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées (Hautes Pyrénées), France.

About Daher – www.daher.com

Daher is an equipment supplier developing integrated industrial systems for aerospace and advanced technologies.

By combining its expertise in industrial manufacturing, product and process engineering, logistics and transport, and industrial services, Daher designs and develops Integrated Industrial Systems. Daher has established itself as a leader in five fields of activity: aircraft manufacturer, aerostructures and systems, integrated logistics, nuclear services, and valves.

Daher posts annual turnover of nearly one billion euros, and its order book stands at around three and a half years of turnover. Driven by bold innovation ever since it was founded in 1863, Daher has established itself today as one of the major players of the third industrial revolution.

Contact for the media – Airplane Business Unit

Philippe de Segovia
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Tel +33 (0)6 70 21 70 47

IN FIGURES

Typical accommodation: 1 pilot + 5 passengers
2017 advanced interior: quick change passenger cabin configuration with toilet privacy compartment option
Avionics: Garmin G1000 NXi all-glass integrated flight deck system controlled by physical keypad and joystick, TBM e-copilot® Angle of attack indicator (AOA),
ESP/USP (Enhanced Safety Protection/Under Speed Protection), stick-shaker, Garmin Flight stream 510 Bluetooth® linkup with a mobile device running Garmin
pilot™ application

POWERPLANT

Type: P&W Canada PT6A-66D turboprop
Thermodynamic power                                               1,825 hp.
Nominal power                                                              850 shp.
Usable fuel capacity                                                      291 US gal.          1,100 liters

EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS

Wingspan                                                                        42.10 ft.                12.833 m.
Height                                                                             14.29 ft.                 4.355 m.
Length                                                                            35.22 ft.                10.736 m.
Wheel base                                                                     9.56 ft.                  2.914 m.
Tailplane span                                                               16.36 ft.                4.988 m.

INTERNAL DIMENSIONS

Maximum cabin width                                                3 ft. 11.64 in.                1.21 m.
Maximum cabin length                                               13 ft. 3.45 in.                4.05 m.
Maximum cabin height                                               4 ft.                                1.22 m.
Maximum volume in cabin                                         123 cu. ft.                      3.5 sq. m.

LOADING

Basic empty weight                                                       4,629 lb.            2,097 kg.
Maximum ramp weight (MRW)                                     7,430 lb.             3,370 kg.
Maximum takeoff weight                                               7,394 lb.             3,354 kg.
Maximum zero fuel weight                                            6,032 lb.             2,736 kg.
Maximum payload                                                       1,403 lb.             636 kg.
Maximum payload with full fuel:                                     891 lb.                404 kg.
Maximum luggage in storage areas (4 seats)             507 lb.                230 kg.
Maximum luggage in storage areas (6 seats)          330 lb.                135 kg.
Maximum luggage volume (large net)                      30¼ cu. ft.        0.989 cu. m.

PERFORMANCE (ISA conditions, MTOW, no wind)

Maximum cruise speed at long-range settings       252 KTAS                467 km/h
Maximum cruise speed at 28,000 ft.                       330 KTAS                611 km/h
Time-to climb to 31,000 ft.                                       18 min. 45 sec.
Certified ceiling                                                            31,000 ft.                9,449 m.

RUNWAY DISTANCES (ISA conditions, MTOW, no wind, 50 ft. obstacle clearance)

Takeoff                                                                         2,380 ft.                726 m.
Landing                                                                        2,430 ft.                741 m.

Max. range with max. fuel (ISA, MTOW, no wind, one pilot, 45 min fuel reserve) @ 31,000 ft.

252 KTAS cruise speed                                             1,730 NM                3,204 km
290 KTAS cruise speed                                             1,585 NM                2,935 km
326 KTAS cruise speed                                             1,440 NM                2,666 km

Suggested prices for 2017 delivery

TBM 910 with standard equipment                        $3,683,260.00
TBM 910 with special “Elite” Package                    $3,919,910.00