Daher-SOCATA
TB-9 Tampico
The TB‑9 Tampico is a modern single‑engine, four‑seat trainer and touring aircraft produced by the French manufacturer Daher‑SOCATA. Its development began in 2009 as an evolution of the popular TB‑20 and TB‑21 lines, aiming to combine the rugged simplicity of a conventional high‑wing design with advanced aerodynamics and a glass cockpit. The first prototype rolled out in 2013 and entered series production the following year, with deliveries to flight schools and private owners throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Key features include a Lycoming IO‑390‑A2A engine delivering 210 hp, a maximum cruise speed of 220 kt, and a fuel‑efficient 30‑hour endurance when equipped with optional auxiliary tanks. The aircraft incorporates a fully digital avionics suite (Garmin G5000), dual‑axis autopilot, and a reinforced airframe built from aluminum alloy with corrosion‑resistant treatments. Its short‑field performance, low operating costs and easy maintenance have made it attractive for primary training, multi‑engine conversion and light‑sport utility missions.
The TB‑9 Tampico’s significance lies in revitalizing the piston‑trainer market, offering a cost‑effective bridge between legacy trainers and modern glass‑cockpit platforms, and reinforcing Daher‑SOCATA’s reputation for robust, versatile aircraft. It continues to attract new operators worldwide.
Key features include a Lycoming IO‑390‑A2A engine delivering 210 hp, a maximum cruise speed of 220 kt, and a fuel‑efficient 30‑hour endurance when equipped with optional auxiliary tanks. The aircraft incorporates a fully digital avionics suite (Garmin G5000), dual‑axis autopilot, and a reinforced airframe built from aluminum alloy with corrosion‑resistant treatments. Its short‑field performance, low operating costs and easy maintenance have made it attractive for primary training, multi‑engine conversion and light‑sport utility missions.
The TB‑9 Tampico’s significance lies in revitalizing the piston‑trainer market, offering a cost‑effective bridge between legacy trainers and modern glass‑cockpit platforms, and reinforcing Daher‑SOCATA’s reputation for robust, versatile aircraft. It continues to attract new operators worldwide.