As Tecnam is closing in on certification of it’s 11-seat multipurpose P2012 Traveller high-wing airplane, the company scored a big win last week as Cape Air committed to an order for 100 Travellers. The east coast commuter airline plans to put the first 20 P2012s in operation beginning in early 2019.
Cape Air Signs Contract for 100 Tecnam P2012s
Key Takeaways:
- Tecnam's 11-seat P2012 Traveller, nearing certification, secured a major order for 100 aircraft from Cape Air, with initial deployments expected in early 2019.
- Cape Air praises the twin-engine P2012 as a modern solution for small community air service, highlighting its low operating costs and versatility for various configurations like cargo, medevac, or VIP transport.
- The P2012 features advanced Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, and EASA and FAA certification are anticipated next year.
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