Turboprops handle a lot of the regional flying out of Las Vegas, from St. George and the Grand Canyon to the smaller towns of Nevada, Utah and Arizona.
The Socata TBM 850 entered service in 2006. It seats 5 to 6 with a published range of 1,585 nautical miles and a cruise speed of 320 knots. The aircraft has a service ceiling of 31,000 feet, 30 cubic feet of baggage volume and a lavatory.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Turboprop
- Manufacturer: Daher-Socata
- Year introduced: 2006
- Seating: 5 to 6
- Crew: 1
- Range: 1,585 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 320 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 850 Fits Las Vegas
With 1,585 nautical miles of published range, it covers trips from Las Vegas to destinations such as Salt Lake City, Denver and Houston, allowing for reserves and routing. From June through September, afternoon heat in Las Vegas can limit how much an aircraft carries, so the operator may suggest a morning departure.
Around Las Vegas this opens up the smaller airports as well, including Henderson Executive (KHND), North Las Vegas (KVGT) and Boulder City (KBVU). The towers at Henderson and North Las Vegas close in the evening, so a late departure from either one takes more planning. Whether the aircraft can use a particular airport on your date depends on its weight and that day’s temperature and wind. The operator works that out, and your advisor will confirm it before anything is booked.
How Las Vegas Clients Use the Socata TBM 850
For a small group heading to a mine site, a ranch, a national park or a town without airline service, a turboprop is often the sensible choice. Many models also handle shorter strips that most jets cannot use.
Tell us the route, how many people are flying and what they are bringing, and your advisor will confirm whether this aircraft suits the trip or suggest one that does.
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Charter Pricing Reference
- Estimated hourly rate: $2,000 to $2,800 (as of 10/2026)
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Contact
For a quote on a Socata TBM 850 charter in or out of Las Vegas, call an advisor at 1-888-987-5387, or send the trip through our contact page. You can read how we review operators and crews on our safety page, and compare other categories in the aircraft gallery.
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.