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European Flight School Purchases Another Multi-Engine Aircraft

Tecnam announced the delivery during AERO 22 of another twin-engine P2006T MKII for the leading French academy Mermoz. Mermoz operates already ten Tecnam aircraft, P2010 and P2006T.

The P2006T offers unbeatable value and innovative design with a modern Garmin avionics suite, integrating all primary flight, navigation, communication and terrain data on two high-definition LCDs. The aircraft is also equipped with an S-Tec 55x high-performance, two-axis autopilot, with advanced features.

Fitted with two Rotax 912S3 engines, the Tecnam P2006T exhibits remarkable fuel savings and can be operated on AVGAS and MOGAS 95 octane fuel, leading to huge cost savings, offering the best training for Multi Engine, Variable Pitch and Retractable Landing Gear ratings. Rotax engines are very reliable and fuel efficient compared with engines on other twins and this reinforced Mermoz choice. Efficiency that also means very low CO2 emissions. Recent study shows that flight schools operating with TECNAM single and twin-engine fleet can reduce emissions by up to 60%: 10 tons of CO2 for each student by the time they receive their Commercial Pilot License.

“Mermoz Academy’s mission is to go above accepted standards to guide our trainees towards excellence and employment through experience sharing and partnerships, taking the environment into account.” Said Stéphane Larrieu, Mermoz Academy, Deputy CEO.

“The relationship with Mermoz is now consolidated. We are delighted to be partnering together to fulfill all the needs of a modern flight academy. Mermoz is the proof of how to be a leading academy and they can rely on Tecnam support for all future developments. ” says Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer, Walter Da Costa.

About Mermoz Academy
Mermoz Academy has been established in 1957 and has a leading position in crew training. Since its creation the school has made a point of buying its own aircrafts and build partnerships with airlines in order to maximise our student employability. With its three training sites in Paris, Tours and San Diego (USA), the school can offer a custom-made pathway towards airline cockpits.

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European Training Aircraft Manufacturer Reveals Hydrogen-Electric Propulsion Ambitions

France based Elixir Aircraft shared at Aero Friedrichshafen that is working closely with France based Turbotech to develop a hydrogen-electric propulsion system with a target certification in 6 years.

Turbotech is a French company offering “haute performance” propulsion systems for aviation industry actors looking for efficient and eco-friendly flight solutions. Turbotech is the first company in the world to introduce regenerative turbines for aeronautical applications, supported by a strong partnership with the French manufacturer Le Guellec, to develop the key technology of micro-tubes heat exchangers. Its optimised heat exchanger technology lowers the environmental impact of the turbine and makes the regenerative turbine the best solution for the future of aero-propulsion.

At Aero Friedrichshafen Turbotech revealed its new turbogenerator power unit – the unit can operate using multiple types of fuel to drive the electric generator.

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Cirrus Aircraft Continues Global Expansion with New European Locations and Record Deliveries

During the AERO Friedrichshafen press conference, Cirrus Aircraft announced its continued global expansion with investment in two new European locations to meet increasing customer demand. The company will open a European regional operations office in Rotterdam, Netherlands, scheduled to launch in June 2022, in addition to the recently announced aircraft sales presence based in Valenciennes, France.

“Cirrus Aircraft’s mission is to deliver a premium aviation experience and continue introducing the benefits of personal aviation to people around the world,” said Zean Nielsen, Chief Executive Officer of Cirrus Aircraft. “Our new locations and increased presence in France and the Netherlands will allow us to continue elevating the experience our current and future aircraft owners enjoy with Cirrus Aircraft.”

The expansion comes at a significant time for the aviation industry in Europe, as the upward trajectory of personal aviation interest continues to reach new heights due to renewed demand for premium leisure and business travel.

Cirrus France and Rotterdam will complement the existing European ecosystem of Cirrus Sales Agents (CSAs), Cirrus Training Centers (CTCs), and Authorized Service Centers (ASCs). Its European network includes five CSAs, 13 CTCs and 24 ASCs.

SR Series Deliveries Soar for Two Decades

The SR Series continued paving its legacy as the best-selling single-piston aircraft for two decades as the only certified, high-performance aircraft to achieve multipurpose personal, business and flight instruction functionality. In 2021, Cirrus Aircraft delivered 442 SR Series. The company has delivered over 8,500 SR Series aircraft with flight time surpassing 14 million hours since 1999.

With the 2022 G6 SR Series introduction, Cirrus Aircraft refined the aircraft design with reduced drag for increased fuel efficiency and added customer convenience features such as a keyless baggage door, Spectra™ illuminated steps and multifunctional USB panel charging for mobile devices. The Cirrus Aircraft Xi Design Studio captured audiences by revealing its all-new exterior paint collection and premium leather interior, offering customers a tailored 2022 G6 SR Series experience.

Cirrus IQ™ introduced a new status screen along with the Tech Pubs, Maintenance Minder, My Trips and Warranty sections, offering pilots advanced aircraft connectivity.

The company announced TRAC SR Series purchase agreements with United Aviate Academy and Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus. The TRAC SR Series are high-performance aircraft designed to meet training demands and prepare students for airline careers. The advanced training aircraft features a robust list of capabilities, including the Garmin® Perspective+ flight deck with dual 12-inch flight displays, a Flight Management System (FMS) keypad controller, and an Electronic Stability and Protection (ESP) system, as well as an integrated engine indication and crew alerting/warning systems.

Cirrus Approach™ Flight Training

Cirrus Approach is the industry-recognized comprehensive training program that provides a framework for pilots to learn and engage. The courses teach pilots to fly with the utmost skill and safety, offering in-depth, digital instruction on procedures to learn safe, predictable and repeatable skills. In 2021, Cirrus Approach grew to over 8,000 users, a 47% increase over last year and comprised primarily of pilots from the United States, Australia and Germany.

In addition to inviting more people into personal aviation, Cirrus Aircraft released complimentary refresher courses, including ‘Takeoffs and Landings’ and ‘Maneuvers,’ to aid pilot proficiency and safety.

About Cirrus Aircraft
Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet®, the world’s first single-engine Personal Jet™, and the recipient of the Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined aviation performance, comfort and safety with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed 14 million hours, and 220 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has six locations in the United States, including Duluth, Minnesota; Grand Forks, North Dakota; Knoxville, Tennessee; Greater Dallas, Texas; Greater Phoenix, Arizona; and Greater Orlando, Florida.

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European Aircraft Manufacturer Reveals Enhanced Aircraft Model and Certification Internationally

Czech Republic based Evektor, a leading manufacturer of light sport aircraft with 50+ year tradition, EASA certified production and aircraft deliveries to 50 countries globally, has revealed at Aero Friedrichshafen an enhanced version of its EASA certified SportStar RTC aircraft.

The enhancements include:

  • Rotax 912iSc Fuel Injected Engine for Best Operating Economy and Reduction of CO2 Emissions.
  • Hi-Tech Cockpit from NOVAGUE DESIGN
  • New Power Control with Handle in the Middle Console
  • And more

Evektor’s CEO said “Evektor aircraft are popular for flight school training & leisure flying in 50 countries worldwide. Besides the best quality, proven reliability, and latest glass cockpit solutions, we bring now to our customers also state-of-the-art cockpit environment. For new high tech cockpit design, Evektor has invited world-renowned designer Mr. Petr Novague from Novague Design”.

During Aero Friedrichshafen Evektor also revealed that its SportStar RTC aircraft also received type certification by the Indian DGCA.

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Leading Training Aircraft Manufacturer Signs Partnership To Accelerate Electric Offering

Diamond Aircraft, amongst the leading aircraft manufacturer in General Aviation, and Safran Electrical & Power, world leader in aircraft electrical systems, have just announced a cooperation agreement to equip the eDA40 all-electric training aircraft with an ENGINeUSTM electric smart motor.

Safran Electrical & Power will supply the electric motor for the eDA40, a derivative of the existing and certified DA40 platform, which will be the first EASA/FAA Part 23 certified electric airplane with Direct Current (DC) fast charging – capable of turning around a depleted aircraft in under 20 minutes. Total flight time is expected to be up to 90 minutes as the battery technologies evolve. The eDA40 is expected to reduce operating costs by up to 40% compared to traditional piston aircraft.

The ENGINeUSTM product line includes a broad range of electric motors with power outputs from single digit to 500 kW. The ENGINeUSTM 100, that will equip the eDA40, delivers 130 kW maximum at take-off power and features a fully integrated motor controller within the machine. The thermal management is provided by an optimized air-cooling system. The certification of the electric motor is planned for mid-2023. Basic EASA certification for the eDA40 is expected with end of 2023/early 2024.

“The DA40 is a proven aircraft, arousing worldwide interest among private pilots and professional flight training operators. Creating an electric version and participating in the electrification of this bestseller aircraft is not only a technical challenge, but it is also a response to the growing global demand to decarbonize aviation using electric propulsion. This new contract demonstrates the success of our ENGINeUS™ product line and confirms the strong interest of the market in our approach to further increase the electric powertrain performance”, said Thierry Sieg, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Safran Electrical & Power.

“We are excited to announce the motor partner for the eDA40,” says Liqun (Frank) Zhang, CEO Diamond Aircraft Industries Austria. “With Safran we are having an expert partner for electric propulsion systems aboard. The smart motor’s state-of-the-art technology including smart features paired with a well-advanced certification process is the logic choice for our eDA40. We are looking forward to the first flights scheduled for end 2022.”

Source: Diamond Aircraft Press Release

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Aircraft Manufacturer Announces Expansion Of Product Range, European Presence And Shares Milestones

During the Aero Friedrichshafen 2022 trade show, European Training Aircraft manufacturer Sonaca Aircraft presented the SONACA 200 TRAINER PRO and the SONACA 200 TRAINER NG, the latest addition to Sonaca Aircraft’s range of two-seater training and leisure aircraft, which has gained in product and commercial stature. It also announced it has expanded its sales network.

The Sonaca 200 NG: a blend of analog and digital technologies
The Sonaca 200 New Generation is fully equipped for night VFR flight. Based on the analog version, it features the sleek Garmin Gi 275 flight instrument. Sonaca Aircraft has decided to maintain the classic T-shaped instrument layout for ergonomic reasons and in order to meet flight schools’ demands. The dashboard is also equipped with an electronic engine monitoring system.

Sonaca Aircraft to expand its international sales network
Commercially, Sonaca Aircraft will continue direct sales of its single-engine two-seater in Europe. In order to ensure the growth of Sonaca 200 sales on the international market, Sonaca Aircraft has started to develop a network of distributors. It has signed partnership agreements with;

  • British European Aviation for England, Ireland and Channel Islands
  • GB Aircraft for Poland
  • ATA Aircraft for France
  • Rosique Aircraft for Spain and Portugal
  • Mikko RIEPULA for Scandinavia

Sonaca 200 certified by the Swiss Air Force
Thanks to SPHAIR certification, the Sonaca 200 has joined the fleet of certified aircraft available for assessing the skills of young Swiss talents with a view to a career in the Air Force or general aviation. This is a great recognition, which reinforces the Sonaca 200 in its mission of screening future pilots and ab initio training.

“The Sonaca 200 flies smoothly and precisely. The aircraft is very stable at all flight attitudes and in all speed ranges. It benefits from very good visibility and comfortable seats. The plane also has a significant endurance of nearly seven hours with two people on board.” SPHAIR.

Long-standing customers have placed new orders and give their feedback
At the end of 2021, Sonaca Aircraft received new orders from two long-standing clients: «Air Academy New CAG» (Belgium) and «Blackbushe Aviation» flying school and aeroclub (England).

«Our Sonaca 200 fleet has logged over 4,000 flight hours and we have decided to acquire four new aircraft to expand our fleet of training aircraft. We have chosen to place another order with Sonaca Aircraft because the manufacturer’s reliability is of utmost importance to us. Other factors also convinced us, namely the availability and reliability of our current fleet of Sonaca 200, the reduced maintenance costs and the availability of a professional after-sales service.” Denis Petitfrère, Director of Air Academy New CAG.

Production and delivery update
 To date, over 50 units of the Sonaca 200 have been delivered. This training and leisure aircraft has been sold in 9 countries (England, Belgium, Estonia, France, Greece, Portugal, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine) and the fleet has accumulated 25,000 flight hours.

Development of after-sales activities and the MySonaca platform
Aviation schools and flying clubs need to have aircraft fleets that are 100% operational. Therefore, Sonaca Aircraft has developed an after-sales service that ensures the follow-up of the aircraft and facilitates daily interactions between customers and maintenance centers. The MySonaca platform helps the after-sales service activities. It is a digital tool which is accessible to every Sonaca Aircraft customer and authorized maintenance centers.

Available 7 days a week and continuously updated, MySonaca is an online purchasing platform that offers maintenance tools, consumables and parts for standard maintenance and also for AOG. The eDrawings software provides 3D drawings of individual parts, assemblies and sub-assemblies of the Sonaca 200.

Source: Sonaca Aircraft Press Release

About Sonaca Aircraft
Sonaca Aircraft is a subsidiary of the Sonaca Group, a major stakeholder for over 80 years in the development, manufacture and assembly of advanced aeronautical structures for the civil, military and space markets. Sonaca Aircraft is 90% owned by the OEM Sonaca. Sonaca Aircraft’s business covers the development, certification and marketing of the «Sonaca 200» single-engine two-seater aircraft, specially designed and adapted for training and leisure flights. EASA certified, the Sonaca 200 is characterized by its solid all-metal structure, its sound handling, its high payload and its very low operating costs thanks to the expertise of a world-class aeronautical group. 

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Spanish Flight School First To Order New Tecnam Aircraft Model in Spain

Tecnam announced the delivery during AERO 22 of the first aircraft that the Aerotec ordered for a total of five P-Mentors. Aerotec choose again Tecnam to offer student pilots the most modern training aircraft in the market to have a complete solution from ab-initio to multi-engine rating. Choosing Tecnam fleet solution for training is also a great deal for the environment. Recent study shows that flight schools operating with TECNAM single and twin-engine fleet can reduce emissions by up to 60%: 10 tons of CO2 for each student by the time they receive their Commercial Pilot License.

The P-Mentor is the latest design from Tecnam: a IFR single engine two-seat, a simple and sustainable solution to guide student pilots from their first flight up to Instrument Rating, all in one two-seater single piston aircraft: IFR; PBN, RNAV; Variable Pitch, Autopilot, Simulated Retractable Gear Control; BRS.

The entire training syllabus with unprecedented fuel consumption and emissions, further enhancing the renowned profitability of Tecnam-made fleet.

For the first time ever, the extremely fuel efficient and low-emissions Rotax 912iSc becomes the earth of a full IFR-approved aircraft, coupled with an MT constant speed propeller.

“We chose the P-Mentor over its competitors for its undoubtable features and benefits, our positive experience coming from flying and operating the P2008 and P2006T. We are glad to offer in our courses what is probably the best modern training aircraft. We hope that our students will be able to pilot them soon, so they can confirm the wisdom of our choice.” Said Tomás Marqués Fernandez-Bernal, Aerotec Pilot School Founder & CEO

“We are delighted to continue to support AEROTEC, one of the most innovative flight schools. And we also are glad for their supporting us in our research of excellence in manufacturing aircraft, shaping the future of training and passion for flying.” says Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer, Walter Da Costa.

Source: Tecnam Press Release

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Ryanair Flight School Partner Bartolini Air Orders New Tecnam Aircraft Model

Bartolini Air, a group of EASA-certified aviation companies and Ryanair’s approved flight training partner, has acquired Tecnam P-Mentor aircraft for the “Ryanair Mentored Programme”. The acquisition followed the P-Mentor’s recent launch announcement introducing the model to Tecnam’s portfolio of premium aircraft.

Renowned for one of the world’s highest training standards, Ryanair relies on Bartolini Air’s fleet of “modern, brand-new aircraft” to guide their future pilots from zero to ATPL. The P-Mentor will support the Group’s integrated ab-initio courses and is bound to be a gamechanger, especially for Instrument Rating training, thanks to a modern Automatic Flight Control System, PBN/RNAV approval and full glass cockpit environment, combined with the fuel consumption of 14 liters per hour. Latest EASA CS-23 Certification Requirements, operating cost and very low CO2 emissions make the P-Mentor unparalleled by any other competitor.

According to Bartolini Air’s President Bartlomiej Walas, adding the P-Mentor to the Group’s fleet “will improve the quality of training while limiting its cost for students and better preserving the natural environment.”

“The similarity between the name of the aircraft and our flagship pilot course – the Ryanair Mentored Programme – is a pure coincidence, but a very fortunate one, because it is the P-Mentor that will allow future Ryanair pilots to benefit from top quality training at the lowest possible price,” said Walas.

Bartolini Air’s flight school has relied on Tecnam’s innovative aircraft for pilot training since 2010. The Group currently operates 14 Tecnam aircraft.

“This is not the first time that we have trusted Tecnam to implement innovative solutions in our pilot training,” said Walas. “I have no doubt that the arrival of the P-Mentor in our fleet will only confirm our ability to offer the highest quality training throughout the course in just one single aircraft!”

Ryanair’s Director of Sustainability, Thomas Fowler, said: “As Europe’s greenest major airline, Ryanair understands that aviation plays a pivotal role in tackling climate change and through our Pathway to Net Zero decarbonisation strategy, we continue to reduce our CO2 emissions and the impact of our operations on the environment.

We are delighted to see that our approved partner flight school, Bartolini Air, who trains our future Pilots on the Ryanair Mentored Programme, are investing in the newest generation aircraft P-Mentor from Tecnam which will have a hugely positive impact on the environment thanks to a 60% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to current IFR training planes and a fuel consumption of 14 l h, which means a 50% reduction compared to standard training planes.”

Tecnam Aircraft’s Managing Director Giovanni Pascale Langer said:

“The P-Mentor has already generated great interest among forward-thinking flight training organizations like Bartolini Air who trust Tecnam design, fine flying qualities combined with state-of-art avionics and perhaps most of all, its impressive fuel consumption and CO2 emission cuts. We see this as important steps not only for flight training centres, but in the future aviation industry across all its segments.”

Recent study shows that flight schools operating with TECNAM single and twin-engine fleet can reduce emissions by up to 60%: 10 tons of CO2 for each student by the time they receive their Commercial Pilot License.

Source: Tecnam Press Release

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European Aircraft Manufacturer Presents New Model

French headquartered aircraft manufacturer Elixir has presented a new aircraft model at the AERO Friedrishchafen.

Since 2019 and the last exhibition at AERO Friedrichshafen, Elixir Aircraft has evolved, grown and structured itself: obtaining EASA CS-23 certification, opened 2 new production sites in La Rochelle and delivered its first aircraft… All of this Whilst continuing to develop new products. This year, a new Elixir was unveiled at the AERO Friedrichschafen on the Elixir stand: the 140 HP, Elixir 915is Turbo.

After obtaining EASA CS-23 certification for its two-seater in 2020, Elixir Aircraft had a single mission in mind: Industrialize! The objective is to be able to produce efficiently in France, the more than 40 aircraft ordered to date. In order to do this, the company relocated at the end of 2020 to a specifically redeveloped 2300m² building at La Rochelle airport. This building now houses the final assembly line, design office and all supporting functions.

During June 2021, the first 4 pre-production Elixir, including the prototype of the 915iS version, were completed and are flying daily. With sales being a great success, the production of these aircraft was immediatley followed by the first 10 production Elixir. In February 2022, the Elixir MSN005 was the first aircraft delivered to a customer by Elixir Aircraft.

In the meantime, in September 2021 Elixir Aircraft decided to internalize its production of OneShot parts, namely the fuselage and wings, an element of the major innovation of the Elixir. To support this a second production site opened in early 2022. Equipped with two autoclaves, one which measures over 12 meters long, Elixir Aircraft now controls the entire production process for its aircraft. To date, Elixir Aircraft has a staff of more than 65 people, with more than 40 new arrivals in the last 12 months. The full order book allows Elixir Aircraft to continue recruiting.

To date, 40 Elixir aircraft have been ordered, including some 15 French flying clubs that have placed their trust in the French aircraft manufacturer, including the prestigious Airbus Flight Academy Europe, whose fleet will soon include four Elixir aircraft.

In parallel with the industrialization of the Elixir 912is, Elixir Aircraft has continued to develop its range. In addition to its very versatile 100CV Rotax, Elixir Aircraft wishes to offer with its 915is Turbo version an EASA CS-23 certified aircraft with remarkable performance and lower fuel consumption than older generation aircraft. Presented today at AERO Friedrishchafen, this new Elixir offers a power of 140CV turbo allowing a cruising speed of 158kts at 85% or 150kts at 75%. The respective autonomies are 473Nm and 578Nm.

Regarding its configuration, the Elixir 915iS has a carbon OneShot structure strictly identical to its little brother the 912iS. On the other hand, in order to keep its Spin-Resistant behavior, crucial for safety, new aerodynamic winglets have been developed.. New engine covers have also been developed to offer optimal cooling in all conditions of use. Last but not least, to all this, a new, full Garmin, Glass cockpit is added, a premise of what will be the future IFR version.

About Elixir Aircraft

Elixir Aircraft, a company based in La Rochelle with 65 employees, was created in 2015 to meet the challenges of Global light aviation. The objective of the French SME: to make safer, more economical and more versatile aircraft. Complexity is today the reason why these aircraft suffer from failures (technical or human) and are expensive to operate (consumption and maintenance). Elixir Aircraft employs a technology from the world of competitive sailing, the Carbon Oneshot, to simplify the structures. More simplicity means less failure, therefore more safety, but also less maintenance, and less costs (estimates of 40€/h of fuel and maintenance) …
At the end of 2021, Elixir Aircraft opened a new production site in Périgny, Charente Maritime, to internalize the entire production of carbon parts.

Elixir Aircraft in figures

  • 4th generation two-seater aircraft certified EASA CS-23
  • 64 employees, including 35 new hires since the first quarter of 2021
  • 2 production sites in France, one of 2300m² the other of 900m²
  • +40 aircraft on firm order
  • +100 pre-ordered

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