Socata TBM
Summary
| Category | Combat aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| First flight | 14 July 1988 |
| Year of introduction | 1990 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
Description
The Socata TMB-700 is a military aircraft developed by Socata, a French aerospace company. It was designed to fulfill multiple missions, including surveillance, reconnaissance, and light transport. The aircraft features a versatile and robust design, capable of operating in various environments and weather conditions. It is equipped with advanced avionics and navigation systems, as well as a spacious cabin that can accommodate a small number of passengers or equipment. The Socata TMB-700 has been deployed by different military forces around the world, serving as a reliable and adaptable platform for a range of mission requirements.
Technical specifications
| Version: TBM 700A | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 555 km/h (345 mph) |
| Wing area | 18 m² (193.8 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 12.7 m (41.6 ft) |
| Height | 4.4 m (14.3 ft) |
| Length | 10.7 m (34.9 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 9185 m (30135 ft) |
| Empty weight | 1837 kg (4050 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3354 kg (7394 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 12.09 m/s (39.7 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 1 × turboprop Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-64 delivering 522 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
France | 24 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
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