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Daher TBM series evolves from original model to advanced turboprop aircraft

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Daher TBM series evolves from original model to advanced turboprop aircraft
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The Daher TBM series has undergone significant evolution since its introduction, offering advancements in avionics, performance, and comfort. From the original TBM 700 to the latest TBM 960, each variant has contributed to solidifying the TBM's status as a leading single-engine turboprop in aviation.

The TBM 700, launched in 1990 through a collaboration between SOCATA and Mooney Aircraft, was designed to blend single-engine efficiency with twin-engine turboprop performance. Powered by the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-64 engine, it achieved a maximum cruise speed of around 300 knots and had a range exceeding 1,500 nautical miles. Flying Magazine noted that the initial production batch sold out quickly.

Subsequent variants like the TBM 850 introduced in 2006 offered increased speed and power with the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66D engine. "Beyond raw performance," Airbus stated that it featured avionics upgrades and improved handling characteristics.

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The TBM 900, released in 2014, focused on aerodynamic refinements for enhanced efficiency. According to Daher, it included a redesigned engine cowling and new propeller among other changes. These updates allowed for better climb rates and reduced fuel consumption.

In 2017, the TBM 910 was introduced with modern avionics featuring Garmin G1000 NXi suite enhancements. Muncie Aviation l Daher Aerospace highlighted improvements such as touchscreen controls and synthetic vision.

Two years later, the TBM 940 brought further automation with features like an automatic throttle system and autoland technology. AIN Online noted these safety advancements aimed at reducing pilot workload while maintaining high performance standards.

The most recent addition is the TBM 960 from 2022. It includes a digital e-throttle and Pratt & Whitney PT6E-66XT engine for improved efficiency. This model also features Daher's Engine and Propeller Electronic Control System (EPECS) for smoother operation.

AVweb reported that by July 2023, over 1,155 units of the TBM series had been produced. The series remains influential in shaping high-end turboprop markets by setting benchmarks for safety and technology while maintaining cost-effective operations compared to jets.

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