Tecnam Unveils P-Mentor Training Aircraft

New design marries low emissions, high endurance, and state-of-the-art avionics to create a versatile combination.

Meg Godlewski

Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 05:20 PM ET

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The Tecnam Mentor will be making its public debut at AERO Friedrichshafen on April 27. [Courtesy: Tecnam]

Key Takeaways:

Tecnam's new P-Mentor trainer aircraft has received its EASA type certificate, designed for comprehensive flight instruction from initial flights up through instrument ratings.
The two-seat, IFR-approved aircraft is powered by a fuel-efficient, low-emissions Rotax 912iSc engine, positioning it as a leader in its class for environmental performance.
It features a state-of-the-art Garmin G3X glass cockpit with IFR capabilities and offers optional simulated retractable gear for advanced pilot training.
The P-Mentor incorporates an innovative wing design that meets stringent EASA low-speed and stall characteristic requirements, emphasizing safety and robust handling.

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Tecnam Aircraft welcomes a new design to its stable: The Tecnam P-Mentor acquired its European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) type certificate on April 7. According to the company, the low-wing, glass cockpit design was created to take learners from their first flight up through their instrument rating.

According to a company release, the aircraft’s name, “Mentor”—defined as “an experienced and trusted person you rely on to give you advice and guidance, especially in your career”—was chosen to emphasize the aircraft’s application in all levels of instructional flying.