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Daher TBM 700/850/900/960 Pre-Buy Checklist

Turboprop · 1990-present · 550 active

Full Cost Data

Purchase Price

$400K-$2.5M

Prebuy Items

ADs

Insurance

$18,270

per year (experienced)

Safety Record (NTSB)

Public incident data · 1982-2025

2

Total Incidents

2

Accidents

1

Fatal

3.6

Per 1K Fleet

Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.

Purchase Price by Year

1990-2000
$600K-$1.1M
2001-2010
$1.1M-$2.0M
2011-2020
$2.2M-$3.6M
2021-present
$3.6M-$5.0M

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Daher TBM 700/850/900/960 cost?

Typical purchase price: $400K-$2.5M

What should I check before buying a Daher TBM 700/850/900/960?

Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.

How much is insurance for a Daher TBM 700/850/900/960?

Experienced pilots: $18,270-$22,330/year.

Are there any known issues with the Daher TBM 700/850/900/960?

Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.

Cost Summary

Purchase$400K-$2.5M
Annual Fixed$30,270/yr
Hourly Variable$310.00/hr
5-Year Total$706K-$3.1M

Insurance Estimates

New PPL$26,100-$37,700
Experienced$18,270-$22,330

Engine

ModelPratt & Whitney PT6A-66D
Power850 HP
TBO3,500 hrs
Overhaul$280,000-$420,000

Disclaimer

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.