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Daher TBM 960 Charter

The fastest production single-engine turboprop in the world. 330 knots, 1,730 nm range and a 6-seat pressurised cabin at a fuel burn a light jet cannot match.

RANGE
3,704 km
MAX PAX
5
TOP SPEED
330 kt
CABIN H.
1.24 m
Daher TBM 960 exterior

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Overview

The Daher TBM 960 at a glance

The TBM 960 serves three missions well. First, short business trips 400 to 1,000 nm where its 330-knot cruise closes 65 percent of the speed gap with a Citation M2 at 40 percent of the operating cost. Second, single-pilot IFR for owner-flown missions with the added safety net of Emergency Autoland. Third, secondary and small airfield access, with a 660 m takeoff distance and grass-runway capability at reduced weight. The 6-seat cabin is comfortable rather than spacious (1.24 m ceiling means you cannot stand), and Daher offers optional executive layouts with foldout tables and airline-style seating.
Specifications

Daher TBM 960 specifications & fast facts

Range
3,704 km
Passengers
5
Top speed
330 kt
Cabin height
1.24 m
Cabin width
1.22 m
Manufacturer
Daher Aerospace
Country of origin
France (Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrenees)
First flight
TBM family 1988; TBM 960 2022
In production since
2022 (TBM 960 variant), current production
Aircraft still built
Yes, current production (2025 delivery slots)
Units delivered
1,100+ TBMs delivered across all variants
Engines
1 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6E-66XT, 895 shp with digital ECU
Avionics
Garmin G3000 with autothrottle and Emergency Autoland
Max cruise altitude
31,000 ft
Cabin altitude
6,000 ft at FL280
Baggage volume
300 L (10.5 cu ft) internal plus 195 L aft compartment
Takeoff distance
660 m (2,165 ft) at MTOW
Landing distance
740 m (2,428 ft)
Runway suitability
Most 2,500 ft+ paved runways; grass with reduced weight
Certification
EASA and FAA; single-pilot IFR
Lavatory
Optional emergency lavatory (belted seat with curtain)
Ownership & operating costs

Cost to charter, buy and operate a Daher TBM 960

Charter rate (EUR/hr)
€1,500 to 1,900
Ex-tax, European operators
Charter rate (USD/hr)
$1,750 to 2,200
North American operators
List price, new
~$4.5M
Factory-new, current model year
Pre-owned market
$0.9 to 4.0M
5-8 year old aircraft
Annual fixed cost
$80,000 to 140,000
Crew, hangar, insurance
Variable cost per hour
$700 to 1,100
Fuel, maintenance, fees
Crew required
1 pilot standard; single-pilot IFR certified.
Fuel burn
59 gph typical cruise (about 224 L/h)
Typical cruise
Typical annual use
250 to 400 hrs/yr
Hangar footprint
12.7 m × 11.7 m

TBM 960 lists at 4.5 million USD equipped and remains in current production. Pre-owned TBM 900/910/930/940/960 airframes hold value strongly, similar to the PC-12.

Compare

Daher TBM 960 vs. similar turboprops

How the Daher TBM 960 stacks up against the other turboprops we charter. Tap any linked model for the full spec sheet.

Aircraft Range Pax Top speed Cabin H × W Notes
Pilatus PC-12 NGX 3,417 km 9 290 kt 1.45 × 1.5 m The world's best-selling single-engine turboprop. Cavernous cargo door, standing lavatory, single-pilot approved, unmatched short-strip performance.
Beechcraft King Air 350 3,345 km 9 312 kt 1.45 × 1.37 m Twin-engine reliability preferred for over-water and single-pilot-restricted routes. Slightly quieter cabin than the PC-12; smaller cargo door.
Daher TBM 960 This model 3,241 km 5 330 kt 1.24 × 1.22 m The fastest single-engine turboprop in production. Best-in-class fuel efficiency; cabin is smaller than the PC-12 but the block speed is 15 to 20 percent higher.
Pilatus PC-12 NGX Beechcraft King Air 350

Considering a different size? Browse the full turboprop lineup, or step up to a midsize jet for longer legs.

Gallery

Daher TBM 960 photos

Daher TBM 960 fast single-engine turboprop cruising above alpine scenery
Daher TBM 960 fast single-engine turboprop cruising above alpine scenery
Daher TBM 960 compact executive cabin with cream leather club seats
Daher TBM 960 compact executive cabin with cream leather club seats
Daher TBM 960 parked on regional airport ramp at golden hour
Daher TBM 960 parked on regional airport ramp at golden hour
Daher TBM 960 Garmin G3000 flight deck with autothrottle
Daher TBM 960 Garmin G3000 flight deck with autothrottle
Typical missions

Popular Daher TBM 960 routes

Geneva → Nice 1 h 05 min
Munich → Sylt 1 h 45 min
Paris → Bordeaux 1 h 15 min
Milan → Rome 1 h 25 min
Zurich → Palma 2 h 45 min
Lyon → London 1 h 45 min
Questions

Daher TBM 960 FAQ

How many passengers can the TBM 960 seat?
Five passengers with a single-pilot cockpit, or 4 passengers plus 2 pilots. The pressurised cabin is not stand-up (1.24 m ceiling) but comfortable for 2-hour missions.
What is the TBM 960 hourly charter rate?
Typical European rates run 1,500 to 1,900 EUR per hour ex-tax. North-American operators quote 1,750 to 2,200 USD per hour. Fewer TBM 960s are on Part 135 charter certificates than the PC-12; most fly in owner-operated missions.
How much does a TBM 960 cost?
The current-production TBM 960 lists at about 4.5 million USD equipped. Today's pre-owned market for TBM 900/910/930/940/960 spans 0.9 to 4.0 million USD depending on year and variant.
What does it cost to own and operate a TBM 960?
Fixed costs run about 80,000 to 140,000 USD per year. Variable costs are 700 to 1,100 USD per flight hour. At 300 hours per year, all-in operating cost lands near 290,000 to 470,000 USD, the lowest of any business turbine at this speed.
How many crew does the TBM 960 need?
One pilot on owner-flown operations. CAT charter operators may require two crew for insurance reasons. The TBM 960 is single-pilot IFR certified and includes Emergency Autoland as a safety net.
Where is the TBM 960 built?
Daher Aerospace manufactures the TBM 960 at Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrenees in south-west France. Final assembly and delivery take place at the same site.
When did the TBM series first fly?
The TBM 700 first flew in 1988. Daher introduced the TBM 960 variant in 2022, which added the PT6E-66XT digital-ECU engine, autothrottle and E-Copilot with Emergency Autoland.
Is the TBM 960 still in production?
Yes. Daher continues to build the TBM 960 at Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrenees, France, with 2025 delivery slots active. More than 1,100 TBMs have been delivered across the family.
What engine does the TBM 960 use?
One Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6E-66XT producing 895 shaft horsepower with a digital engine and propeller control unit. The 66XT reduces pilot workload significantly versus the earlier hydro-mechanical PT6.
How does the TBM 960 compare to a Pilatus PC-12?
The TBM 960 is 40 knots faster (330 vs 290 kts) and burns less fuel per hour, but its cabin is smaller (1.24 m vs 1.47 m ceiling), does not stand up, and does not have a cargo door. Owners choose speed and low operating cost over cabin volume and cargo utility.
Can the TBM 960 use unpaved runways?
Grass strips are allowed at reduced weight; most operations are from paved 2,500 ft+ runways. The 960 is not certified for gravel or dirt operations.
What is Emergency Autoland?
E-Copilot with Emergency Autoland is a Garmin-Daher safety system that, in the event of pilot incapacitation, automatically flies the aircraft to the nearest suitable airport and lands it. It has been credited with saving multiple lives since introduction.