1989 Socata TB21 Turbo Trinidad
The Socata TB-21 Trinidad TC is well known as one of the most capable and comfortable high-performance touring aircraft of its class. Combining a spacious cabin with strong cruise performance, turbocharged capability, and excellent cross-country characteristics, the TB-21 remains a highly respected travelling aircraft for private owners and IFR pilots alike.
This particular aircraft benefits from a well-balanced IFR avionics suite including a Garmin GTN750Xi, Garmin GNS430, Garmin G5 HSI, KAP-150 autopilot with altitude preselect, Stormscope weather detection system, and engine monitoring via JPI EDM-700. The avionics configuration provides solid situational awareness and practical operational capability for IFR operations.
Powered by the turbocharged Lycoming TIO-540-AB1AD engine rated at 250 hp, the aircraft offers strong performance especially at higher altitudes, while maintaining the comfortable flying characteristics for which the Trinidad series is known.
The aircraft presents itself in attractive overall condition and reflects continuous maintenance and ongoing technical care. The current ARC is valid until 15 August 2027.
We offer this aircraft as exclusive broker and will be pleased to provide further information or arrange a viewing by appointment.
Why this aircraft?
- Premium Garmin GTN750Xi IFR avionics with Garmin G5 HSI.
- Turbocharged 250 hp Lycoming engine for efficient high-altitude performance.
- KAP-150 autopilot with altitude preselect and Stormscope weather system.
- Continuously maintained with documented history and ARC valid until August 2026.
- Comfortable five-seat touring aircraft combining speed, range and practicality.
Details
The aircraft has been continuously maintained in accordance with applicable regulations and benefits from a well-documented maintenance history. The current ARC is valid until 15 August 2027.
The most recent 50-hour inspection was completed in August 2026. Available maintenance records document recurring inspections, IFR related certifications, and continuous technical care over the years, supporting the aircraft's airworthiness and operational condition.
BEM 952 kg @ 99,237 cm
MTOM 1400 kg
Lycoming TIO-540-AB1AD, rated at 250 hp
TBO: 1800 h or 12 years recommended
1248 h since major overhaul completed in March 2003
Latest leak test results:
75 / 74 / 72 / 74 / 72 / 75 of 80 psi
Hartzell HC-C2YK-1BF
2-blade constant speed propeller
1248 h since overhaul completed in March 2003.
Since its initial registration, the aircraft has had approximately five owners. During the last ten years, the aircraft had only one previous owner. According to the available information, the aircraft has always been hangared.
Belly Landing in 2003, repaired by Socata Germany
Avionics
| Audio/Marker | Garmin | GMA-35 |
| COM/NAV/GPS | Garmin | GTN750XI |
| COM/NAV/GPS | Garmin | GNS-430W |
| HSI | Garmin | G5 |
| Transponder | King | KT-73 mode S |
| Autopilot | King | KAP-150 w/ ALT preselect |
| ADF | King | KR-87 |
| DME | King | KN-62A |
| Stormscope | BFGoodrich | WX-900 |
| ELT | Kannad | 406 AF-Compact |
| Engine Monitor | JPI | EDM-700 |
Equipment
- Turbo charged engine
- Oxygen system
- 2nd altimeter
- 2nd HSI
- Avionics Master Switch
- Digital logbooks
Price Information
EUR 144.000,- private
