Cape Air celebrated its 30th anniversary in a special way last week, with the arrival of its first Tecnam P2012. The regional airline signed on to be the launch customer in the United States for the multiengine airplane in a collaborative process that goes back several years.
Tecnam Delivers First P2012s to Cape Air
Key Takeaways:
- Cape Air celebrated its 30th anniversary by taking delivery of its first Tecnam P2012, becoming the U.S. launch customer for the aircraft.
- The P2012 is the result of a multi-year collaborative search by Cape Air to find a replacement for its aging Cessna 402 fleet.
- Custom-designed for Cape Air's mission, the 11-seat aircraft features efficient FADEC engines capable of using alternative fuels and offers lower operating costs.
- Cape Air crews are currently training on the new model, with entry into service planned for December.
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