The Daher-Socata TBM 940 is a high-performance single-engine turboprop that builds on the legacy of the TBM 900 series. Launched in 2019 as the successor to the TBM 930, the 940 introduces a range of technological and safety enhancements while preserving the series’ hallmark speed, range, and operational efficiency.
The TBM 940 is powered by the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66D engine, producing 850 shaft horsepower and enabling a maximum cruise speed of 330 knots. The aircraft has a maximum takeoff weight of 7,394 pounds and supports single-pilot operations. It features the Garmin G3000 avionics suite and is equipped with a fully automated anti-icing system and an autothrottle — a first in its category. These additions improve situational awareness and reduce pilot workload.
Production of the TBM 940 began in 2019, continuing the lineage of the TBM 700 platform originally developed by Socata in the late 1980s. Daher, having acquired Socata, has consistently evolved the TBM series into a high-tech, pressurized aircraft designed for owner-operators and corporate missions alike.
The TBM 940’s cabin accommodates up to 6 passengers in a typical executive configuration. It offers pressurization up to 31,000 feet and features a refined interior with ergonomic seating, LED lighting, and noise-dampening materials. The total cabin volume is approximately 143 cubic feet, optimized for comfort on flights up to 1,730 nautical miles (with NBAA IFR reserves).
The TBM 940 offers jet-like speed with the fuel efficiency and operational flexibility of a turboprop. Its combination of advanced automation, short-field capability, and low operating costs makes it especially appealing to business travelers and private owners seeking high performance without the complexity of a jet.
