SOCATA TB-10 Tobago

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09 Apr 2026 · © JacksonSpotz

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Aircraft

TB-10 Tobago TB10

White with red/blue stripes

EYC

Registration

Manufacturer

SOCATA

Gear

10th Generation IPad

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager

2 badges earned

Location

Christchurch International Airport

CHC/NZCH

-43.4832, 172.5310

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Christchurch International Airport CHC

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

Popular European light trainer and touring aircraft, especially in the 1980s-90s.

Fleet Rarity

Common in GA clubs and schools, but fewer built than Cessna/Piper equivalents.

Record Flights

No major record flights, mainly used for flight training and personal transport.

Safety & Events

No widely reported major incidents with model; generally has safe reputation.

Future Outlook

Many are still active worldwide in flying clubs; aging but supported fleet.

Specifications

Lycoming O-360

Engine

9.85 meters

Wingspan

7.63 meters

Length

1,265 km

Range

238 km/h

Speed

4 passengers

Capacity

1,100 kg

MTOW

2.97 meters

Height

134 kW / 180 hp

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 6 (light GA aircraft; approx. 70-75 dB at field edge)

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