The Socata TBM 700 was the first of the fast single-engine turboprops and it still does useful work out of Los Angeles. Five or six seats, 300 knots and 1,400 nautical miles, at a cost well below any twin.
Socata built the TBM 700 from 1990 as a pressurized single-engine turboprop with a Pratt and Whitney PT6A-64 engine, combining light-jet speed with piston-twin operating costs. Five to six seats, 300 knots and 1,400 nautical miles of range. Every Socata TBM 700 we arrange flies with an operator certificated under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Turboprop
- Manufacturer: Socata (later Daher)
- Year introduced: 1990
- Seating: 5 to 6
- Crew: 1
- Range: 1,400 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 300 knots
- Service ceiling: 31,000 feet
- Length: 35 feet
- Wingspan: 41.6 feet
- Height: 14.3 feet
- Baggage volume: 30 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Socata TBM 700 Fits Los Angeles
Three hundred knots from a single engine is the whole proposition. On a Los Angeles to Las Vegas, NV, Palm Springs or Bay Area run the TBM keeps pace with a King Air 200 while burning considerably less, and that shows up directly in the quote.
Single-engine turbine charter carries its own conditions within FAR Part 135, so we confirm the operator holds the right authority for commercial passenger work on type, alongside the usual review of their safety and incident history and the pilot’s currency.
Five or six seats with modest baggage is the real limit. A Los Angeles family of five with weekend luggage is a King Air conversation instead.
Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Socata TBM 700 run $1,800 to $2,500 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
The TBM 700 quotes at the bottom of the turboprop band, and on a short Los Angeles leg with four passengers it is one of the most efficient aircraft we arrange.
Other Turboprops Available
- Beechcraft Denali
- Beechcraft King Air 100
- Beechcraft King Air 250
- Beechcraft King Air 260
- Beechcraft King Air 360
- Beechcraft King Air C90GTx
The full turboprops category page lists every turboprop we arrange for Los Angeles departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Socata TBM 700 charter in or out of Los Angeles, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.