Operating Costs
All new TBM 960s get the comprehensive TBM Care program, which includes free scheduled maintenance for the first 5 years/1,000 hours. However, owners must consider certain basic maintenance expenses, such as fuel, oil, and engine reserves/overhaul. Also, the difference between operating the aircraft for 200 vs 600 hours per year may be significant; thus, bear in mind that these values may change based on the travel itinerary and aircraft condition.
The following table summarizes the essential maintenance and operational expenses for 200-hours vs. 400-hours vs. 600-hours.
5 Years Maintenance Free on all factory new TBM 960
TBM Care Program for new deliveries valid for 5 years or first 1,000 flight hours.
Full details and limitations of this warranty can be provided upon request.
| CATEGORY | RATE | COST /200 HR/ YR | COST /400 HR/YR | COST /600 HR/YR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Cost | 60 Gal/Hr @ $5.00 Gal | $300.00 | $300.00 | $300.00 |
| Oil | $13.65/ Quart every 15 hours | $1.67 | $1.67 | $1.67 |
| Prop Overhaul | $23,000 (Every 6 years) | $19.17 | $9.58 | $6.39 |
| Gear Maintenance | Landing Gear Actuator | $14.81 | $7.40 | $4.94 |
| Hot Section Inspection | $35,000 @ 1,750 Hours | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| Engine Overhaul | $425,000 @ 5,000 Hours | $85.00 | $85.00 | $85.00 |
| TOTAL DIRECT COST PER FLIGHT HOUR |
$440.65 | $423.65 | $418.00 | |
| Insurance | Est $60,000 / year | $300.00 | $150.00 | $100.00 |
| Hangar | Est $20,000/ year | $100.00 | $50.00 | $33.33 |
| CATEGORY | RATE | COST /200 HR/ YR | COST /400 HR/YR | COST /600 HR/YR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Cost | 60 Gal/Hr @ $4.25 Gal | $258.00 | $258.00 | $258.00 |
| Oil | $13.65/ Quart every 15 hours | $1.67 | $1.67 | $1.67 |
| Prop Overhaul | $23,000 (Every 6 years) | $19.17 | $9.58 | $6.39 |
| Gear Maintenance | Landing Gear Actuator | $14.81 | $7.40 | $4.94 |
| Hot Section Inspection | $35,000 @ 1,750 Hours | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| Engine Overhaul | $425,000 @ 3,500 Hours | $128.57 | $128.57 | $128.57 |
| TOTAL DIRECT COST PER FLIGHT HOUR |
$442.21 | $425.22 | $419.56 | |
| Insurance | Est $40,000 / year | $200.00 | $100.00 | $66.67 |
| Hangar | Est $20,000/ year | $100.00 | $50.00 | $33.33 |
Maintenance Costs
AVEX has developed an extensive maintenance program that will project actual scheduled maintenance costs for the next 5 years for any of AVEX’s exclusively listed aircraft. The report is simple to follow with an annual itemized list and a clear projected hourly operating cost. Contact us today to receive a 5 year scheduled maintenance operating costs breakdown for any of our exclusively listed aircraft.
5 Year Scheduled Maintenance Projection for NXXXX
Aircraft Selection & Status: Registration # : NXXXX, Hobbs : 2185, Landings : 1611, Cycles : 1611
Aircraft Annual Usage: Hours : 200, Landings : 100, Cycles : 100
| YEAR | LABOR | PARTS | TOTAL | PER FLIGHT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 - 2023 | $14,290 | $1,021 | $14,911 | $75 |
| 2023 - 2024 | $22,502 | $18,918 | $41,021 | $205 |
| 2024 - 2025 | $21,540 | $7,452 | $28,992 | $145 |
| 2025 - 2026 | $18,782 | $10,560 | $28,942 | $145 |
| 2026 - 2027 | $21,040 | $9,083 | $29,723 | $149 |
| TOTALS | $98,155 | $47,036 | $143,591 | $143 (5 yr Avg) |
Maintenance schedule begins 02/24/2022 through 02/23/2027
The Estimated Operating Expense report is an forecast of costs associated with scheduled mandatory and recommended maintenance items. This report does not include unscheduled maintenance items including but not limited to; unscheduled maintenance items; avionics squawks; airframe squawks; and fatigued or damaged parts.
The EOE report does not constitute a formalized quote and is subject to change.
The Estimated Operating Expense report is an forecast of costs associated with scheduled mandatory and recommended maintenance items. This report does not include unscheduled maintenance items including but not limited to; unscheduled maintenance items; avionics squawks; airframe squawks; and fatigued or damaged parts.
The EOE report does not constitute a formalized quote and is subject to change.
