Tecnam's P2012 STOL was created as a "rugged and durable high wing fixed gear design" with the mission of getting into and out of some of the most demanding commercial airports in the world. [Courtesy: Tecnam]
Key Takeaways:
St Barth Executive is the launch customer for Tecnam's twin-engine P2012 STOL aircraft.
The P2012 STOL will operate new scheduled commuter services under the Air Inter Iles brand, connecting Guadeloupe and St. Barth.
Its short field capabilities are crucial for the challenging Caribbean runways, enabling expanded inter-island travel, cargo, and medevac activities.
St Barth Executive, a French VIP air charter service based in the Caribbean, is scheduled to be the launch customer of Tecnam’s twin-engine P2012 STOL, the aircraft manufacturer announced.
According to Tecnam, the short field capabilities of the 11-place aircraft make it the perfect platform for a unique environment such as the West Indies.
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