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Socata aircraft financing

Socata (now part of Daher) of Tarbes, France built the TB series — Tampico, Tobago and Trinidad — roomy four- and five-seat singles with gull-wing doors, produced from 1980 to about 2012.

Financing notes: Lenders finance TBs like other certified singles. Parts sourcing is more specialized than for Cessna or Piper, so budget reserves accordingly and confirm parts support during the pre-buy.

Socata models compared

Typical mid-market price and estimated payment at 7.75% APR (September 2026), using common lender down-payment and term guidelines.

ModelYearsSeatsCruiseTypical priceDown / termEst. payment
TB9 Tampico 1980-2012 4 122 kts $55,000 15% / 15 yrs $440/mo
TB10 Tobago 1980-2012 4 139 kts $70,000 15% / 15 yrs $560/mo
TB20 Trinidad 1981-2012 5 165 kts $125,000 15% / 20 yrs $872/mo

Principal and interest only. Prices are typical asking ranges from our database; verify a specific aircraft with Vref or Aircraft Bluebook.

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Socata financing FAQs

How much does a used Socata aircraft cost?

Across the 3 Socata models we track, typical mid-market prices run from about $55,000 (TB9 Tampico) to $125,000 (TB20 Trinidad). Condition, engine time and avionics move individual airplanes well above or below those figures.

What is the payment on a Socata aircraft loan?

At 7.75% APR with typical down payments and terms, estimated payments for a mid-market Socata range from about $440 to $872 per month, depending on the model. See the table on this page for each model.

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  3. 3. Underwriting

    Your file is packaged and submitted to the best-fit lender, typically 1–2 weeks once there is a purchase agreement.

  4. 4. Approval & closing

    We coordinate lender, escrow and seller through closing — usually 2–4 weeks from application.

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