The Daher 960 TBM takes a solid step in an eco-direction and in a bit more automation than its predecessor the TBM 940. [Credit: Jim Barrett]
Key Takeaways:
The Daher TBM 960's key innovation is its Pratt & Whitney PT6E-66XT engine, integrated with a dual-channel FADEC and an Engine and Propeller Electronic Control System (EPECS), leading to increased automation and eco-friendly operational benefits.
This advanced engine and propeller management system, coupled with a Data Collection and Transmission Unit (DCTU), enables comprehensive trend monitoring and predictive maintenance, extending the Time Between Overhauls (TBO) to 5,000 hours.
The aircraft offers an enhanced flying experience with nimble handling and refined control harmony, maintaining high safety standards including the Garmin HomeSafe Autoland feature carried over from the TBM 940.
It features a redesigned Prestige cabin interior with modern amenities like dimmable windows and upgraded seating, but comes with a higher acquisition cost compared to previous TBM models.
Editor’s Note: This article is part of a three-part series on the Daher TBM 960. Read more about the manufacturing process behind Daher’s flagship TBM series, as well as a first-hand account by Editor-in-Chief Julie Boatman of a TBM 940 ferry flight across the North Atlantic.
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