How to spot it
A sleek single turboprop with a low wing, retractable gear and a long nose with a large spinner.
Often confused with
Pilatus PC-12
The PC-12 is bigger with a high-set tailplane T-tail and long cabin; the TBM has a short cabin and a low tailplane.
SOCATA TBM vs Pilatus PC-12: side by sideDetails
| Maker | SOCATA |
|---|---|
| Type | General aviation |
| ICAO code | TBM9 |
| First flight | 1988 |
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