PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK
SECTION 7
DESCRIPTION
Edition 0 -- October 31, 2013
Rev. 1
Page 7.2.1
7.2 - AIRFRAME
(Figures 7.2.1, 7.2.1A and 7.2.1B)
The TBM 900 is a six-place, low wing airplane.
The airplane can be changed into 2, 3, 4 or 5-seat accommodation.
The structure is a semi-monocoque all-metal construction and is equipped with a retractable tricycle landing gear.
The pressurized cabin is equipped, on the left side of fuselage, with a one-piece access door and folding stairs
comprising a hand rail allowing pilot and passengers boarding. The occupants have access to cockpit and to rear
seats through a central aisle.
An optional ”pilot” door located forward of the cabin on the left side allows access to the cockpit by means of folding
stairs.
The aft cabin section is a baggage compartment.