Aerospatiale-Socata TB-9 Tampico Club

Missions

. Basic Training
. Travels
. Liaisons
. VFR amd IFR Training

Overview

The 160-HP Socata TB9 Tampico GT is the entry-level aircraft in the TB series, yet still offers all standard GT features: new design, composite canopy, flush-mounted windows, newly redesigned wingtips and enlarged baggage door.

Few aircraft used in flying schools may be described as "comfortable". But that's the word that comes up most often when talking about the TB9 flying classroom. The new TB9 offers high performance, thanks to the GT-series aerodynamic improvements, along with wheel fairings and a Sensenich propeller optimized for cruise.

A new trailing-link type fixed landing gear enables the Tampico GT to support high-cycle operation the durability demanded by flight schools.

The Tampico GT's high wing loading yields excellent response even in turbulence, and offers the solid ride of heavier aircraft. The centre console is easy to reach and controls are especially practical, making the airplane a joy to fly.
Configuration

Single engine
Low-wing monoplane with semi-monocoque metal construction
Certified to FAR 23, parts 1 to 16.
Seats : 2 forward, bench for 2 aft.

Power Plant

Manufacturer :
 Lycoming 
Type :
 O-320-D2A 4 cylinders 
Power rating :
 160 BHP at 2,700 RPM 
Recommended TBO :
 2,000 hours 

Propeller

 Manufacturer :
 Sensenich Twin Blade 
 Diameter :
 74 in
1.88 m 

Fuel

 Fuel type :
 100 LL 

 

 Total tank capacity :
 41.7 US gal
158 l 
 Usable fuel capacity :
 40.2 US gal
152 l 

Oil

 Total oil capacity :
 8.45 US quarts
8 l 

Weights

 Average empty weight :
 1,440 lbs
653 kg 
 Max. take off weight (MTOW) :
 2,337 lbs
1,060 kg 
 Max. landing weight :
 2,337 lbs
1,060 kg 
 Max. useful load :
 897 lbs
407 kg 
 Max. luggage capacity in storage :
 143 lbs
65 kg 
 Max. wing loading :
 18.24 lbs/sq.ft
89.1 kg/m2 

Performances
ISA conditions at max. take-off weight

 Rate of climb (sea level - max weight):
 665 ft/mn 

 

 Max. cruis. speed 6,000 ft at 70% W:
 115 KTAS 

 

 Best eco.cruis.spd. 8,000 ft at 65% :
 109 KTAS 

 

 Demonstrated crosswind :
 25 kt 

 

 Operating ceiling :
 11,000 ft 

 

 Take off over 50 ft obstacle :
 1,866 ft
570 m 
 Landing over 50 ft obstacle :
 1,378 ft
420 m 

Dimensions

 Wing span :
 32.84 ft
10,04 m 
 Length :
 25.33 ft
7.72 m 
 Height :
 9.91 ft
3.02 m 
 Cabin length :
 8.30 ft
2,53 m 
 Cabin width :
 4.20 ft
1.28 m 
 Cabin height :
 3.94 ft
1.20 m 
 Wheel track :
 7.55 ft
2,30 m 
 Wing airfoil :
 RA 16 3C3

 

 Wing area :
 128.1 sq ft (2)
11.9 m2