1986 SOCATA TB-30 EPSILON

Description

Detailed Description C&L Aviation is pleased to offer for sale this Socata TB30 Epsilon, registered F-HBBT, at an asking price of **€400,000 excluding VAT**. Manufactured in June 1986, serial number 82, this aircraft has accumulated a total of 7,738 hours and 44 minutes of airframe time as of September 30, 2026. Operating under a **CDNS (French Special Certificate of Airworthiness)** and exceptionally rare on the market, this TB30 Epsilon represents an excellent opportunity for aviation enthusiasts looking to acquire a distinctive aircraft, benefiting from a recently overhauled engine and well-documented maintenance history. The aircraft is powered by a **Lycoming AEIO-540-L1B5D engine**, overhauled on May 21, 2026, with only 166 hours and 39 minutes since major overhaul (SMOH). According to the aircraft's maintenance records, the engine has 1,233 hours and 21 minutes remaining before its next scheduled overhaul. The **Hartzell HC-C2YR-4CF propeller** was overhauled on November 29, 2023, and has accumulated 604 hours and 34 minutes since overhaul (TSOH), with a remaining time of 395 hours and 26 minutes before its next scheduled overhaul. A major airframe inspection was completed in June 2023, while the latest 50-hour engine inspection was recorded on September 30, 2026. The aircraft is also equipped with a **Garmin GI 275**. Located in **Pontoise, France**, the aircraft is available for viewing by appointment through our agency. Additional information and complete technical documentation are available upon request from C&L Aviation. **ADDITIONAL REMARKS - SOCATA TB30 EPSILON ' F-HBBT** C&L Aviation is pleased to offer this rare Socata TB30 Epsilon, manufactured in June 1986, serial number 82, registered F-HBBT, and available for sale at **€400,000 excluding VAT**. This aircraft represents an excellent opportunity for aviation enthusiasts, collectors, and pilots looking for a distinctive former military training aircraft with a documented maintenance history. **KEY HIGHLIGHTS** • Rare Socata TB30 Epsilon available on the European market • Total Airframe Time: 7,738 hours 44 minutes as of September 30, 2026 • Recently overhauled Lycoming AEIO-540-L1B5D engine • Only 166 hours 39 minutes since engine major overhaul • Engine overhaul completed on May 21, 2026 • Hartzell propeller overhauled in November 2023 • Major airframe inspection completed in June 2023 • Latest 50-hour engine inspection recorded on September 30, 2026 • Equipped with Garmin GI 275 electronic flight instrumentation • Operating under a French Special Certificate of Airworthiness (CDNS) • Maintenance history and technical documentation available for review **AIRCRAFT CONDITION & MAINTENANCE** The aircraft benefits from a recently overhauled engine and documented maintenance records. According to the latest available technical documentation, the engine has approximately 1,233 hours remaining before its next scheduled overhaul, while the propeller has approximately 395 hours remaining. The aircraft's maintenance history, inspection records, and technical status can be reviewed by **Airframe Overview - Socata TB30 Epsilon ' F-HBBT** • Manufacturer: Socata • Model: TB30 Epsilon • Serial Number: 82 • Registration: F-HBBT (French Registry) • Year of Manufacture: June 1986 • Total Time Airframe (TTAF): 7,738 hours 44 minutes as of September 30, 2026 • Airworthiness Certificate: CDNS (French Special Certificate of Airworthiness) • Configuration: Two-seat tandem military training aircraft • Last Major Airframe Inspection: June 2023 • Maintenance History: Documented technical records • Location: Pontoise, France • Aircraft available for inspection by appointment

Modifications

**ENGINE** • Manufacturer: Lycoming • Model: AEIO-540-L1B5D • Last Major Overhaul: May 21, 2026 • Time Since Major Overhaul (SMOH): 166 hours 39 minutes • Remaining Time Before Next Overhaul: 1,233 hours 21 minutes • Recently overhauled engine with documented maintenance history **PROPELLER** • Manufacturer: Hartzell • Model: HC-C2YR-4CF • Last Major Overhaul: November 29, 2023 • Time Since Overhaul (TSOH): 604 hours 34 minutes • Remaining Time Before Next Overhaul: 395 hours 26 minutes **MODIFICATIONS & EQUIPMENT** • Garmin GI 275 electronic flight instrument • Major Airframe Inspection completed in June 2023 • Last 50-hour Engine Inspection: September 30, 2026 • Aircraft operating under a French Special Certificate of Airworthiness (CDNS) • Technical documentation and maintenance records available upon request **All engine and propeller times are based on the latest available aircraft maintenance records dated September 30, 2026.**

Avionics

**AVIONICS** • Garmin GI 275 electronic flight instrument • Additional avionics configuration available upon request • Complete avionics equipment list subject to verification against aircraft technical records **AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT** • Two-seat tandem cockpit configuration • Military training aircraft design • Lycoming AEIO-540-L1B5D aerobatic engine • Hartzell HC-C2YR-4CF propeller • Aircraft operating under a French Special Certificate of Airworthiness (CDNS) **MAINTENANCE & TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION** • Major Airframe Inspection: June 2023 • Last 50-hour Engine Inspection: September 30, 2026 • Documented engine and propeller overhaul history • Technical records and aircraft documentation available upon request **Additional Information** This Socata TB30 Epsilon features a Garmin GI 275 electronic flight instrument, combining modern instrumentation with the aircraft's original military training heritage. A detailed avionics and equipment inventory can be provided upon request. All equipment specifications are subject to confirmation during the technical inspection.