Daher announces latest version of the TBM family, the TBM 980, in France

Daher has announced the latest version of the TBM aircraft family, the TBM 980, at an event at its TBM production facility in Tarbes, France. The TBM 980 features Garmin's third-generation G3000 PRIME avionics that are designed to improve cockpit ergonomics. The touchscreens have significant improvements in screen and image quality and the interface is app-based, with shortcuts to essential functions to reduce workload and improve efficiency. The checklist button is replaced with a four-position joystick for up/down scrolling, check and quick access. "Our TBM 980's motto, ‘Fly Differently,' is more than just a slogan, because this aircraft redefines the way that pilots - and their passengers - want to fly. The aircraft is more intuitive and easier to operate," said CEO Nicolas Chabbert. "Its touchscreen-controlled flight deck truly revolutionizes the interface between pilots and the avionics, while the passenger experience is further elevated in the six-seat cabin with such features as the capability to install a Starlink Mini terminal for satellite-based internet connectivity, along with 100-watt USB-C ports for the charging of mobile devices, as well as an upgraded passenger display with enroute flight data." RELATED STORIES: Daher delivered 76 TBM 960 and Kodiak aircraft in 2025 Daher Kodiak 900 aircraft receives Brazilian airworthiness certification Blackhawk Group engine upgrade for Daher TBM 700 recieves FAA approval The aircraft is powered by Pratt andamp; Whitney Canada's PT6E-66XT intelligent turboprop engine and the five-blade Hartzell composite propeller. It's also equipped with Garmin's GWX 8000 all-digital radar, the HomeSafe emergency autoland functionality and Daher's e-copilot systems. The TBM 980 is approved for full "PRIST-free" operations, which removes the need for anti-icing fuel additives. The TBM 980 has received certification from the EASA and validation from the FAA. Chabbert claimed that the company should be able to begin deliveries as soon as this month.