January 15, 2026, Tarbes, France – Daher today unveiled the latest version of its TBM aircraft family – the TBM 980 – which integrates Garmin’s third-generation G3000® PRIME avionics for an unprecedented piloting experience and incorporates cabin enhancements that further increase passenger comfort.
The TBM 980 was introduced this evening at Daher Aircraft’s TBM production facility in Tarbes, France, during an event attended by customers, partners, officials and company employees. The unveiling also was viewed by a worldwide audience via a live-streamed presentation.
Chabbert said airworthiness certification has been issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), along with validation by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), enabling Daher to begin TBM 980 deliveries this month.