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SOCATA TB-10 Tobago — Primary-Source Technical Documentation Collection

The SOCATA TB-10 Tobago is a French all-metal, low-wing, four-seat light aircraft developed by Socata (Groupe Aérospatiale / EADS) as a touring and instrument flight trainer. Powered by the Lycoming O-360-A1AD (180 HP) with a Hartzell constant-speed propeller, the TB-10 offered a significant performance step over its sibling the TB-9 Tampico, with greater range, higher cruise speed, and a wider cabin. It became a staple of European flight training and private touring fleets through the 1980s and 2000s.

This Living Collection brings together 16 original factory documents spanning the complete technical lifecycle of the TB-10 airframe — from airframe maintenance and structural inspection to parts identification, flight operations, and pilot information.


Document Manifest — 16 Original Factory Documents

Maintenance Manual Series (EADS-Socata, P/N Z00.18010310E0R13):

  • Maintenance Manual — Tome 1
  • Maintenance Manual — Tome 2
  • Maintenance Manual — Tome 3
  • Maintenance Manual — Tome 4
  • Maintenance Manual — Tome 5

Electrical Maintenance Manual Series (TB 9–10–200 Family Document, P/N Z00.18320310E0R6):

  • Electrical Maintenance Manual (TB 9–10–200) — Tome 1
  • Electrical Maintenance Manual (TB 9–10–200) — Tome 2

Illustrated Parts Catalog Series (EADS-Socata, P/N Z00.18082010E0R15):

  • Illustrated Parts Catalog — Tome 1
  • Illustrated Parts Catalog — Tome 2
  • Illustrated Parts Catalog — Tome 3
  • Illustrated Parts Catalog — Tome 4
  • Illustrated Parts Catalog — Tome 5

Pilot Documentation:

  • Pilot's Information Manual — TB 10 (EADS-Socata)
  • Pilot's Information Manual — TB 10 (Socata / Aérospatiale Matra, from S/N 848, P/N T00.DVDPIPYE, September 1989) — 9 sections + 7 supplements including KAP 100 Autopilot, KAP/KFC 150 Autopilot, Ground Power Receptacle, Auxiliary Air Pump, Low Noise Exhaust, Garmin 150 GPS
  • Socata TB-10 User Manual — Tome 1

Airframe & Engine Technical Reference

  • Airframe: All-metal, low-wing monoplane — semi-tapered wing planform, fixed tricycle gear with fairings
  • Cabin Width: 4 ft 3 in — widest in class for a four-seat GA trainer
  • Engine: Lycoming O-360-A1AD — 4-cylinder, horizontally opposed, air-cooled, direct-drive
  • Power Output: 180 HP (134 kW) at 2,700 RPM
  • Propeller: Hartzell constant-speed, two-blade metal (HC-C2YK-1BF/F7666A-2)
  • Fuel System: Carburetor induction — 54 US gallons total capacity
  • MTOW: 1,150 kg (2,530 lbs) · Standard Empty Weight: 1,477 lbs
  • Max Cruise Speed: 127–133 KIAS
  • Rate of Climb (Vy): 790 FPM
  • Service Ceiling: 13,000 ft
  • Max Range: 653 NM
  • Takeoff Ground Roll (10° Flaps): 286 m (938 ft)
  • Stall Speed — VS0 (landing config): 53 KIAS
  • Stall Speed — VS (clean): 60 KIAS
  • Max Demonstrated Crosswind: 25 knots
  • Type Certificate: EASA.A.378 / FAA A51EU

Airworthiness & Engineering Bulletin Reference

Key mandatory actions tracked in this documentation set:

  • SB 10-085-57 — Wing internal rib structural inspections and reinforcement kit installation
  • Aerospatiale SB 15 & SB 29 — Elevator trim tab linkage and control rod end-fitting checks to prevent attachment play

Active fleet documentation is managed via the Veryon Publications Service Catalog or Daher's official MySocata Portal.


⚠️ Regulatory Notice: Under FAA 14 CFR § 43.13 and EASA Part-M, any mechanic performing maintenance on an active aircraft must use current, manufacturer-approved revision-controlled data. This archival document does not satisfy that requirement.


This is an archival, static-copy edition fixed at its original publication date. Intended for historical reference, flight simulation, museum restoration, and educational use only. Not approved for active airworthiness maintenance under FAA 14 CFR § 43.13, EASA Part-M, or equivalent international regulations. Operators of active aircraft must use current, revision-controlled publications from the Type Certificate holder or an authorized distributor.

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