Melbourne Flight Training Expands Fleet with Tecnam Buy

The purchase of 31 Tecnam training airplanes is part of the school’s continued growth.

Amelia Walsh

Monday, April 03, 2023 at 01:45 PM ET

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Melbourne Flight Training has ordered 20 Tecnam P-Mentors. [Courtesy: Tecnam]

Key Takeaways:

Melbourne Flight Training (MFT) is significantly expanding its aircraft fleet by acquiring 31 Tecnam aircraft, including P-Mentors, P2010s, and P2006Ts.
This acquisition aims to enhance the quality of MFT's flight training programs, reduce costs for students, and provide a wider range of training options.
The new Tecnam fleet is highlighted for its modern Garmin avionics, low emissions (reducing CO2), and safety features like the P-Mentor's ballistic recovery system.

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Melbourne Flight Training is expanding its aircraft fleet with the purchase of 31 Tecnam Aircraft as part of the school’s continued growth.

Twenty Tecnam P-Mentors, eight P2010 (with 180 hp powerplants), and three P2006Ts are among the school’s new fleet of airplanes announced during Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, last week. While the P2006T was on hand during the show, the rest of the aircraft will be delivered in 2024.