The story
The TBM 900 series is one of the fastest single-engine turboprops you can buy. The TBM 960 cruises at up to 330 knots, jet territory on a turboprop's fuel burn, with a pressurized cabin for six. Built in Tarbes, France.
The TBM 960 carries Garmin Autoland: in an emergency, one button press lets the airplane pick an airport, fly the approach and land itself.
Quick answers
How do you identify a TBM 960?
Low-wing single turboprop with retractable gear, a five-blade prop and upturned winglets (the tell against the older TBM 700/850). Big cargo door behind the wing on the left side.
What does a TBM 960 sound like?
Single PT6 turboprop with a five-blade prop: a smooth whistle, surprisingly fast for the sound.
How fast is the TBM 960?
Top speed is 330 kts.
How many passengers does the TBM 960 carry?
Up to 5. A typical layout is 1 pilot + 5 passengers.
How far can the TBM 960 fly?
Range is about 1,730 nmi.
How big is the TBM 960?
It is 35 ft 3 in long and 42 ft 1 in across the wings.
When did the TBM 960 first fly?
Its first flight was in 2014 (TBM 900); TBM 960 introduced 2022.
How many TBM 960s have been built?
500+ built.
How rare is a TBM 960 in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first TBM 960 catch is worth 25 points.
