The Daher TBM 700 (Formerly SOCATA TBM 700) is the first aircraft in the family of high-performance single-engine turboprops designed for transporting passengers and cargo. What began as a joint venture between US-based Mooney Aircraft Company and French manufacturer SOCATA remains the foundation of newer, more powerful aircraft in the family. This article notes five facts about the development of the original TBM 700 aircraft.