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Socata TB-20 Trinidad

Socata / Daher · Complex Trainer · France · Cold War (1970–1991)

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High-performance retractable single; French Air Force uses TB20 as instrument trainer. TB21 turbocharged variant. 780 built.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
General Aviation
Domain
Civil
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
France
Manufacturer
Socata / Daher
Operator
Private / military flight schools
Primary Role
Complex Trainer
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1982
Produced
780
Unit Cost (2026$)
~$80-150K used
Engine
Lycoming IO-540-C4D5D
Thrust / Power
250 hp
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
25.4
Wingspan (ft)
32
Empty Weight (lb)
1788
MTOW (lb)
3086
Endurance (hr)
6
Service Ceiling (ft)
17220
Range (mi)
1080
Max Speed (mph)
189