Sanford, Florida, USA – Air India Cadet’s at the flight training base of L3Harris Commercial Aviation have played a role in the upcoming launch of Air India’s new training academy, through assisting in the delivery of four brand-new Piper aircraft. The aircraft, recently manufactured at Piper Aircraft’s facility in Vero Beach, Florida, will be delivered to India in March 2025 to support Air India’s expanding pilot training program.
Source: L3Harris Commercial Aviation
Capua, Italy – Tecnam is proud to announce that the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has officially awarded Type Certification to the P2006T NG (Next Generation)—a milestone that redefines excellence in the twin-engine aircraft category.
Fifteen years after its initial debut, the P2006T continues to evolve, setting new benchmarks in efficiency, technology, and performance. With hundreds of units in operation worldwide and continuous enhancements based on real-world operator feedback, the Next Generation P2006T is designed to surpass even its own legacy.
Built on Tecnam’s rich aviation heritage and decades of engineering expertise, the P2006T NG integrates cutting-edge advancements to meet the demands of flight schools, private owners, and special mission operators.
Unrivaled Efficiency & Sustainability
Compared to the P2006T MkII the P2006T NG has an increased Maximum Take-Off weight to 1290 kg (2844 lb) that allow more payload.
Equipped with fuel-injected Rotax 912iSc3 engines, the P2006T NG is in fact the world’s most fuel-efficient twin-engine aircraft. It consumes as little as 14 liters per hour (3.7 USG/h) per engine, reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 45 metric tons per year—a breakthrough in environmentally conscious aviation.
Flawless Fleet Integration & Maintenance
Operators of mixed fleets will benefit from full interchangeability of engines and accessories between the P-Mentor and the P2006T NG, streamlining logistics and operational efficiency. Maintenance teams will appreciate the quick-release engine cowlings, ensuring effortless access to the powerplant bay for inspections and servicing.
Next-Level Avionics & Connectivity
The P2006T NG introduces a totally redesigned cockpit, featuring a central console designed to accommodate an FMS GCU477 keyboard, enabling smooth control and entry of all Garmin G1000Nxi avionics. The fully digital, 3-axis GFC700 autopilot with ESP (Electronic Stability and Protection), coupled with the GI-275 stand-by instrument, enhances flight precision, while the innovative Garmin Flight Stream system ensures total connectivity between tablets, smartphones, and the aircraft.
Unmatched Accessibility & Comfort
From flight instructors and students to private owners and their families, the P2006TNG improves accessibility like never before. Four independent doors – one for the pilot, one for the co-pilot/instructor, one for the passengers and one for the baggage compartment – allow easy boarding and operations, making flying more enjoyable even for pilots with limited mobility.
Refined Aesthetics & Enhanced Safety
The P2006T NG introduces a sleek new window design, providing improved visibility and a modernized appearance. Its fully LED winglet-integrated position and navigation lights enhance aerodynamics and visibility, while enhanced LED landing/taxi lights further improve safety in all conditions.
Luxury in the Sky: The P2006T NG SPORT
For those seeking exclusivity, Tecnam offers the P2006T NG SPORT, a premium edition crafted with meticulous Italian design. This luxurious variant features:
✔ Black leather dashboard with soft LED lighting
✔ Handmade carbon fiber panels and leather yokes
✔ Alcantara headliners and plush moquette seats
✔ Side panels with carbon fiber details
Delivering an unparalleled flying experience, the SPORT edition blends performance with sophistication.
Special Mission Ready: The P2006T NG SMP
The P2006T NG is also available in a Special Mission Platform (SMP) configuration, with certified power box and hatches, supporting a wide range of applications, including:
✔ Search and rescue
✔ Reconnaissance & surveillance
✔ Border patrol
✔ Aerial mapping
This specialized version provides a cost-effective, highly capable solution for operators conducting demanding missions worldwide.
Global Availability & Customer Commitment
With a robust global support network, Tecnam ensures worldwide spare parts availability and after-sales assistance, reinforcing its commitment to customer satisfaction. Deliveries are now set to begin for customers across:
A Statement from Tecnam’s Leadership
“First of all, I would like to thank my design and certification team for this great result! Today, with this new certification, Tecnam confirms its position as one of the most prolific aircraft manufacturers, as we certify several new designs every year in order to offer our customers the most advanced aircraft.”— Giovanni Pascale Langer, Tecnam Managing Director.
The Tecnam P2006T NG is not just an upgrade—it’s a new standard in twin-engine aviation.
About TECNAM; “Quality Aircraft since 1948”
Tecnam is an Italian aircraft manufacturer and one of the world’s leading piston aircraft manufacturers. Founded in 1948 by brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale, the company is headquartered in Capua, Italy, and operates two subsidiaries in Sebring, Florida, USA, and Brisbane, Australia, to serve and support the needs of local Tecnam owners and operators. Tecnam designs and manufactures a wide range of aircraft for personal use, commercial operations, business travel, flight training, surveillance, law enforcement and other specialised applications.
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Wiener Neustadt, Austria – Austro Engine, a subsidiary of Diamond Aircraft specializing in jet-fuel-powered engines, has appointed Jürgen Schwarz as General Manager. Schwarz brings extensive experience from leadership roles at Mercedes AMG, Continental Aerospace, and Raikhlin Aircraft. His primary focus will be on Austro Engine’s strategic and operational reorganization.
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About Austro Engine
Austro Engine, based in Wiener Neustadt, Austria, is a subsidiary of Diamond Aircraft. It specializes in developing jet-fuel-powered engines for general aviation, with a focus on efficiency and sustainability.
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Canada— KF Aerospace has been highlighted as the exclusive North American Distributer for Germany headquartered Grob Aircraft.
In January 2024 KF Aerospace had announced the exclusive dealership arrangement with Grob Aircraft SE for the North American market. This agreement entrusts KF Aerospace to market, sell and lease Grob products and pilot training services throughout Canada and the United States.
The Grob 120 is renowned for its use in military pilot training programs globally, including by the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) for basic flying training at the Contracted Flying Training and Support (CFTS) Program in Southport, MB. KF Aerospace has managed the CFTS Program with its Allied Wings partners since 2005.
KF’s longstanding maintenance and operational expertise with Grob’s 120A aircraft ensures a seamless and knowledgeable experience for North American customers.
About KF Aerospace
KF Aerospace, based in Kelowna, British Columbia, provides aviation solutions including maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO), and pilot training services, supporting both civilian and military aviation sectors.
Source: KF Aerospace
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Poland – Training aircraft manufacturer Tecnam and Smart Aviation announced during Pilot Expo 2025 the purchase agreement for five (5) additional Tecnam P2008JC single engine two-seater aircraft. These new aircraft will be used for ab-initio training.
Based in Poznan, Poland, Smart Aviation ATO has been training aspiring pilots of more than 50 nationalities for over a decade to start their careers with the world’s major airlines, and is growing at a very fast pace to help major airlines recruit new pilots. ATO also has its own maintenance base at Zielona Gora International Airport and its own helicopter base at Poznan Kobylnica Airport.
Smart Aviation has been working with Tecnam since 2013, when it purchased its first Tecnam P2002JF. Two years later, the first twin-engine P2006T was purchased to provide students with comprehensive training from 0 to ATPL frozen. Today, the Smart Aviation fleet consists of 14 Tecnam aircraft plus the new eight aircraft of this new order.
Smart Aviation’s Tecnam fleet consists of seven (7) Tecnam P2008-JC, four (4) Tecnam P2006T, one (1) Tecnam P2002-JF, one (1) Tecnam P2002-JR and one (1) Tecnam P-Mentor.
These five new P2008JCs will be delivered during 2025, together with the three P2006T NGs announced during the MEAC in Abu Dhabi. This new acquisition will innovate Smart Aviation’s fleet, standardise the fleet and increase ATO capacity. This new and significant investment is part of Smart Aviation’s commitment to ensure that future commercial pilots are trained on state-of-the-art aircraft such as the wide range of Tecnam models.
Mateusz Dzialynski, CEO and Head of Training at Smart Aviation, airline pilot on B737, said: “Investment in new aircraft is necessary to provide students with the highest quality training and to meet the needs of the aviation market. The demand for pilots continues to grow, so it’s a huge responsibility to provide well-trained professionals who meet the highest standards.”
“We are very proud to have seen Smart Aviation grow steadily and strongly over this decade. Our fleet solution confirms that it is a market leading offering that provides reliability, cost control, smart training and low emissions.” Said Walter Da Costa, Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer.
About Smart Aviation
ATO Smart Aviation from Poznan was established in 2013 and is now one of the largest flight schools in Poland. Smart Aviation is an EASA-approved training organisation offering modular training for pilots from zero to ATPL. Our graduates are employed by leading airlines such as Ryanair, Wizz Air, LOT Polish Airlines, Enter Air, Air Malta, SunExpress, Pegasus Airlines and other renowned airlines worldwide. The school records over 10,000 flight hours per year.
About TECNAM; “Quality Aircraft since 1948”
Tecnam is an Italian aircraft manufacturer and one of the world’s leading piston aircraft manufacturers. Founded in 1948 by brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale, the company is headquartered in Capua, Italy, and operates two subsidiaries in Sebring, Florida, USA, and Brisbane, Australia, to serve and support the needs of local Tecnam owners and operators. Tecnam designs and manufactures a wide range of aircraft for personal use, commercial operations, business travel, flight training, surveillance, law enforcement and other specialised applications.
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Cyprus – Tecnam and Cyprus Airways Flying Academy (CAFA) announced at Pilot Expo 2025 the purchase agreement for two (2) Tecnam P2008JC single engine two-seater aircraft. These new aircraft will be used for ab-initio training.
This new acquisition will innovate CAFA’s fleet, standardize the fleet, and increase ATO capacity. This new and significant investment is part of CAFA’s commitment to ensure that future commercial pilots are trained on modern aircraft such as the wide range of Tecnam models.
CAFA, based at Larnaka International Airport, already has a P2006T in its fleet and the ATO has trained hundreds of airline pilots serving the world’s leading carriers. One of the reasons for this choice, apart from the excellent fuel consumption, is the excellent safety record and the lowest CO2 emissions, making the Tecnams the aircraft of choice for students and flight schools.
Christos Limnatitis, Accountable Manager at CAFA, said: “This order marks a turning point in CAFA’s vision to strengthen its position among the leading Aviation Training Organizations within the EASA ecosystem. In addition to their undisputed flying qualities, the Tecnam aircraft are state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly aircraft that underscore CAFA’s commitment to quality and sustainability in aviation training.”
“Cyprus Airways Flying Academy’s choice of Tecnam is a testament to our ongoing commitment to innovation in flight training. We are delighted they’ve selected our aircraft for this expansion, recognizing that today’s students deserve a modern, technologically advanced platform to prepare them for the complexities of today’s airline environment. Tecnam aircraft provide that critical bridge, enabling a seamless transition into the professional cockpit,” said Walter Da Costa, Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer.
Tecnam Green Fleet. Tradition, innovation and vision. These factors are taking Tecnam to new horizons. Based on recent data and industry benchmarks, Tecnam offers the greenest training fleet in the world. Flight schools using Tecnam’s single and twin engine fleet can save up to 10 tonnes of CO2 emissions for each student who completes a Commercial Pilot Licence – a 60% reduction compared to a fleet using 100LL fuel across 155 flight hours, including 30 hours in a twin.
About Cyprus Airways Flying Academy
CAFA’s Mission is to provide exceptional aviation training through unwavering commitment to excellence, state of the art facilities and equipment, carefully chosen suppliers and a dedicated team of aviation professionals. Aiming to elevate students’ knowledge, skills and attitude to the highest standards.
About TECNAM; “Quality Aircraft since 1948”
Tecnam is an Italian aircraft manufacturer and one of the world’s leading piston aircraft manufacturers. Founded in 1948 by brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale, the company is headquartered in Capua, Italy, and operates two subsidiaries in Sebring, Florida, USA, and Brisbane, Australia, to serve and support the needs of local Tecnam owners and operators. Tecnam designs and manufactures a wide range of aircraft for personal use, commercial operations, business travel, flight training, surveillance, law enforcement and other specialised applications.
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