Capua, Italy – Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam is proud to announce the successful delivery of the innovative Tecnam P2012 STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) aircraft to the Guyana Defence Force (GDF). This marks a significant milestone in Tecnam’s ongoing efforts to support military and civilian operations in challenging environments worldwide.

The aircraft, registration 8R-MAB, was acquired following a signed acceptance agreement in May. Operated by the GDF Air Corps, it is set to enhance the country’s connectivity and operational capabilities across remote jungle regions. The P2012 STOL’s versatile design will facilitate cargo transport, medical evacuation, surveillance, and rapid deployment, all crucial tasks in Guyana’s dense rainforest landscape.

Guyana’s President Mohamed Irfaan Ali was present at the reception ceremony and explained that the Tecnam P2012 aircraft, although not an attack model, will be used to resupply remote outposts, evacuate people and respond to emergencies. He highlighted its performance, versatility and ability to operate in jungle areas within the country. According to the Chief of the Defence Staff, Brigadier Omar Khan, it will also be used for rapid deployment, surveillance, search and rescue, as well as to combat transnational criminal organizations linked to drug and arms trafficking.

The Tecnam P2012 is a twin-engine multirole aircraft suitable for cargo, medical evacuation, surveillance, and other missions. The STOL variant excels in operating on short, unprepared runways, making it ideal for Guyana’s challenging geography. It can accommodate up to nine passengers along with two pilots, offering exceptional versatility for military and civilian operations alike.

Francesco Sferra, Tecnam P2012 Special Mission Platforms Sales & Business Development Manager and Experimental Test Pilot, commented on the delivery, “The Tecnam P2012 STOL exemplifies our commitment to providing a versatile, multi mission, and reliable aircraft capable of accomplishing the assigned mission in the most demanding and extreme operational environments. We are proud to support the Guyana Defence Force in strengthening their operational capabilities and assisting their mission to serve and protect their nation.”

About Guyana Defence Force (GDF)
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) is the military of Guyana, established in 1965. It numbers about 4150 soldiers and has military bases across the nation. The Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Force is always the incumbent President of Guyana.
https://gdf.mil.gy/

St. Barth Executive, the French VIP airline based in the Caribbean, has started scheduled operations with the two delivered P2012 STOLs. A third aircraft is expected in September.

The first passenger flight took place on August 1st, 2024 from Guadeloupe (PTP/TFFR) to St. Barth (SBH/TFFJ), operated under the AIR INTER ILES brand by St. Barth Executive. With a regular schedule of three daily flights, and up to six in high season, this 50-minute route offers a reliable and affordable connection for locals and tourists, linking islands previously accessible only by boat.
The P2012 STOL, ideal for the West Indies, is well-suited to demanding runways like Saint-Barthélemy (646m long runway), thanks to its short takeoff (425m) and landing distances (360m) and certified “10° (17.5%) steep approach”. Its modern design, focuses on passenger comfort and allows St. Barth Executive to deliver a high-end experience across the Caribbean.

Connecting Caribbean islands that are difficult to reach by plane? Keeping operating costs and downtime low? Offering a premium experience to passengers at the same timeFor many, this might have seemed like an ambitious dream, almost utopian. But for Vincent Beauvarlet, President of St. Barth Executive, it was a clear objective.With the arrival of the P2012 STOL, this vision becomes reality. Designed to meet the region’s demanding conditions while ensuring comfort and efficiency, the aircraft is a perfect match for St. Barth Executive’s mission.

“The P2012 lands and takes off perfectly in St. Barth and offers us an attractive payload. Finally, we have an air vector that allows us to connect our islands with controlled operating costs”

Vincent Beauvarlet

Président, St Barth Executive

Discovering the P2012 STOL

Currently operating the P2012 STOL for the first time, Valentine Tahan, a seasoned pilot with SBH Executive, brings both experience and enthusiasm to the cockpit. What struck him immediately was the aircraft’s handling. Smooth and responsive, especially at lower speeds, the Tecnam delivers a level of finesse that sets it apart in its category.

The aircraft’s full glass cockpit is another standout feature. The avionics suite is impressively complete, providing pilots with a modern, intuitive interface. A dedicated engine page displays all engine parameters in real time, contributing to a streamlined flying experience that emphasizes both safety and simplicity.

Valentine points out that transitioning from a Cessna Caravan to the Tecnam comes with noticeable differences, not just in performance, but also in feel. The lighter, more agile Tecnam offers a level of control that’s hard to match, especially when operating in tight, technical environments. Valentine notes:

“It feels like a pilot’s aircraft through and through. Everything is right where you need it! The avionics, the engine monitoring, the responsiveness.”

Indeed, the design is as functional as it is elegant. Built for short-field operations, the P2012 STOL performs exceptionally well on runways like the legendary strip at St. Barts, where space is limited and precision is everything. For Valentine, the appeal lies not only in the performance but also in the joy of light aviation. Flying smaller aircraft allows for a more connected, hands-on experience, something that’s often lost in the world of large commercial liners. Whether it’s tackling a technical airfield or simply enjoying the sensation of flight, the Tecnam STOL delivers.

Capua, Italy – Tecnam is proud to announce that FLN FRISIA-Luftverkehr GmbH Norddeich (Inselflieger) has taken delivery of a Tecnam P2012 STOL, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing regional air connectivity to the East Frisian Islands.

Designed for Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) operations, the Tecnam P2012 STOL is an ideal fit for Inselflieger’s mission of providing modern, roomier, more capable, comfortable, and efficient safe transportation between the mainland and the islands. The aircraft’s design brings the customer experience to a “new level” of comfort, opening new horizons to the Company consolidated operations between the Frisian island. The amenities on board and well-designed cabin layout ensure an improved experience for both pilots and passengers, meanwhile the advanced avionics grant additional safety to the mission. With Tecnam’s strong technical support, the P2012 STOL seamlessly integrates into the existing fleet while ensuring efficient maintenance and long-term operational reliability.

Bruno Warkentin, Nominated Person Continuing Airworthiness at Inselflieger, expressed his enthusiasm for the new partnership, stating: “We are very excited about the collaboration with Tecnam Our initial focus will be on integrating the P2012 STOL into our operations, and once we successfully achieve this, we see significant potential for the future. However, what we’ve seen from Tecnam so far has already impressed us.”

Paolo Pascale, CEO of Tecnam, also shared his thoughts on this milestone: “We are delighted to welcome Inselflieger to the Tecnam family. The P2012 STOL was designed to meet the needs of operators who require superior performance in challenging environments, and we are confident that it will serve Inselflieger’s routes exceptionally well. We look forward to supporting their success with this aircraft and beyond.”

Francesco Sferra, P2012 Sales and Business Development Manager of Tecnam, stated: “This delivery and entry in service is an additional testament to the impressive achievements of the P2012 aircraft series. The P2012 STOL, specifically designed to accomplish commercial operations from the shortest and most demanding runways in the world, brings to the market enhanced capabilities, improved comfort, added safety and a multi mission configuration that spans from Passengers to Freight transportation, as well as Air Ambulance missions and now also Special Missions. We are proud to enlist among our premium customers also the dedicated and passionate FLN team.”

By investing in the Tecnam P2012 STOL, Inselflieger continues its tradition of innovation and commitment to providing reliable and high-quality air services to the region.

About FLN FRISIA-Luftverkehr GmbH Norddeich

To meet the growing demands of modern travel, AG Reederei Norden-Frisia expanded its services as a leading transportation provider to the East Frisian Islands of Norderney and Juist by introducing an aviation division.

In 1969, FLN FRISIA-Luftverkehr GmbH Norddeich was founded, offering year-round on-demand flights with fixed departure times from Norden-Norddeich to Juist and Norderney.

In 2011, the company further strengthened its presence along the East Frisian North Sea coast by acquiring the LFH Group. Following a merger in 2014, the airline became the region’s largest provider of air services, operating a fleet of nine aircraft, including Britten-Norman Islanders and Cessnas, and transporting approximately 120,000 passengers annually. The Harle location primarily serves Wangerooge, while additional charter and scenic flights connect other East and North Frisian Islands, Helgoland, and destinations across Germany and neighboring countries.

www.inselflieger.de

For further details on the P2012 STOL and the P2012 Series aircraft, please visit www.tecnam.com or contact Francesco Sferra, Tecnam P2012 – Special Mission Platforms Sales & Business Development Manager; tel: +39 345 782 7020 email: f.sferra@tecnam.com.

P2012 local sales representatives are also available locally in Argentina, Australia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Ireland, Panama, Peru, UK, Uruguay, USA.

As the company continues to grow it’s customer base in North America, Tecnam is committed to improving support.

Lakeland, FL, USA – During the 2023 NBAA, Tecnam appointed Southern Cross to grant the spare parts distribution for the Tecnam P2012 Series on the USA market. During this period Southern Cross Aviation has comfirmed its significant spare parts support expertise, along with their unmatched customer service, AOG expertise, and logistical prowess.

Tecnam is working to strengthen its collaboration with Southern Cross Aviation by extending the supply of spare parts for all Tecnam certified aircraft, such as the P Mentor, P2010 series, P2006T series and P2012 series, including the P2012 with Continental GTSIO520 engine, thus reinforcing Tecnam’s commitment to aeronautical excellence.

“Southern Cross Aviation is excited to partner with Tecnam Aircraft to provide all Tecnam Operators, Flight Schools and Owners with additional spare parts support. This strategic partnership paves the way for Tecnam operators to have enhanced support and service as they continue to increase flight hours and expand their fleet” says Ricardo Carvalho, Director of Sales at Southern Cross Aviation.

“Tecnam’s additional commitment towards all customers in the USA is to provide them with a renown and reliable service for spare parts distribution.” said Giovanni Pascale Langer, Managing Director Tecnam.

About Southern Cross Aviation
Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and enhanced by distribution hubs in Anchorage, Alaska, a forthcoming facility in Mesa, Arizona, as well as robust representation and steadfast sales support in South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia, Southern Cross Aviation stands as a premier worldwide distributor of aircraft parts. This enduring reputation has been forged over three decades of unwavering commitment to operators, repair stations, government agencies, and individual aircraft owners across the globe. It is this dedication that has made Southern Cross Aviation synonymous with service excellence and unparalleled quality.
https://store.scross.com

New dealership will provide sales and high-quality customer support service for all Colombia, Ecuador, Panama and Peru.

Lakeland – FL, USA. TECNAM is pleased to announce the appointment of Transair Leasing Inc. as its authorized P2012 series dealer for Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Transair Leasing brings a wealth of experience to the partnership, with 30 years of aviation excellence in the region and a proven track record of success in aircraft and helicopter sales and local support.

“We are very excited to represent Tecnam and the P2012 Traveler in these Latin American countries,” said Diego Ribadeneira, Director of Transair Leasing. “We have identified many different operations that can benefit from the P2012’s incredible versatility and performance. With our demo aircraft arriving in Q2 of 2025, we will be touring and showcasing the P2012 across Panama, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru starting in June of 2025. This will allow us to hit the ground running and immediately start taking orders in our markets.”

Francesco Sferra, P2012 – Special Mission Platform Sales and Business Development Manager, Experimental Test Pilot, said: “Tecnam, in a constant effort to expand and improve the P2012 global distribution and support network, is proud to partner with Transair Leasing Inc. We are certain that the Ecuador, Colombia, Panama and Peru customers will benefit from the know-how, the capabilities, and the local presence of our lately announced dealer.”

The Tecnam P2012 Traveller is a high-performance, twin-engine piston aircraft that offers exceptional versatility and efficiency. It is ideally suited for a variety of missions, including passenger, cargo, MEDEVAC, business travel, and air taxi.

The P2012 is available in five configurations. Fully interchangeable, the 11-seat, twin-engine, fixed gear, unpressurised Tecnam can quickly and easily be converted from a 9-passenger carrier into a special-purpose aircraft…and back again. The aircraft was developed by the Tecnam research and design team, led by the renowned and award-winning expert, Professor Luigi Pascale, to meet the latest market needs, with unique Italian style and reliability.

• EASA/FAA certified
• 2+9 passengers single seat cabin accommodation.
• Compliant to the latest amendment of the regulations.
• Certified Single Pilot VFR/IFR.
• PBN & FIKI certified.
• No type rating issue/renewal required.
• No cycles limit.
• Multi mission.
• Easy to maintain.

More info on the P2012
https://tecnam.com/aircraft/p2012-traveller/

About Transair Leasing Inc.

Transair Leasing Inc. is part of Grupo Aries, a family business with a long and distinguished history in Ecuadorian aviation. The company has represented the Textron Company and is the exclusive representative for Bell Helicopters in Ecuador and sells helicopters for civil and military service. Transair Leasing is also proud to represent Tecnam and the P2012 Traveler in Panama, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.

Transair Leasing’s sister company, Aeroinsa, provides charter operation and maintenance services, with the necessary quality and regulatory certificates for exceptional service. Aeroinsa offers charter services throughout Ecuador with its Bell 505 helicopter, serving executives and tourists with tailored flights that save time and ensure safety. Additionally, Aeroinsa’s hangar at the Guayaquil airport is equipped to perform maintenance on helicopters and airplanes, with a team of highly qualified personnel trained and certified by Bell Helicopter and Tecnam.

https://www.helicopterosecuador.com/

Expanding the P2012 Multi-Mission Capabilities

The P2012 Special Mission builds on the proven success of the P2012 platform, offering unmatched flexibility for a variety of applications, including aerial surveillance, border patrol, medevac, terrain mapping, geo mapping, sky diving, cargo transport, and more customized configurations. Operators now have the choice between two engine options: the previously existing Lycoming TEO-540-C1A and the lately introduced Continental GT-SIO-520S, ensuring optimal performance for specific mission requirements.

Introducing the P2012 Traveller Continental SMP and P2012 STOL Continental SMP: Reaching the Unreachable

Designed for operations in the most challenging environments and widening the offer for our Special Mission customers worldwide, with the new engine option, now all the three variants of the aircraft (Traveller Lycoming, Traveller Continental, and STOL Continental), can be declined as a Special Mission Platform aircraft. The P2012 Traveller Continental SMP brings back the “classic” piston engines management, granting added range, endurance, and an intuitive engine layout, meanwhile the P2012 STOL Continental SMP variant also adds exceptional takeoff and landing performance on short and unprepared runways with its extended 16.6-meter wingspan and enhanced lift devices, thus significantly reducing the required runway length, and contemporarily reducing minimum mission speed for a better persistence on its target.

P2012 Sentinel SMP: The Ultimate Special Mission Platform

Tecnam’s Sentinel SMP variant takes special mission aviation to new heights, offering a fully customizable, cost-effective ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) solution with multi-mission capability. The standard aircraft configuration is 2 pilots (single pilot certified) + up to 5 operators/observers/mission commanders.

Equipped with:

• Dual sensor hatches (735×567 mm / 28.9×22.3 in) capable of holding any sensors with plenty of weight allowance.
• Fully integrated mission power box with 100 / 120 Amps 28V DC and optional 115/230V AC inverter for high power loading.
• Fully certified operator console system capable of supporting up to three mission operators in addition to pilots.
• Fully certified equipment rack
• Dedicated GPS/GLONASS antennas for mission-specific avionics and connectivity solutions.
• Advanced avionics suite with an 8-inch pilot’s mission monitor for enhanced operational awareness.
• Multi-role versatility, enabling quick conversion to cargo, medevac, skydiving, and combi configurations.
• P2012 Traveller Continental minimum suggested mission speed 85 kts
• P2012 STOL Continental SMP minimum suggested mission speed 70 kts
• Maximum endurance in excess of 8h.

Cutting-Edge Avionics and Comfort

Both the Traveller and STOL Continental Special Mission variants are equipped with the latest Garmin G1000 NXi avionics suite and GFC-700 autopilot, ensuring ease of operation and enhanced situational awareness. The spacious 9-11 seat cabin, state-of-the-art air conditioning, and advanced noise-reduction systems provide superior comfort for both crew and passengers.

A Versatile and Cost-Effective Solution

With its multi-mission capabilities, robust airframe, and cost-efficient operation, the P2012 continues to set new industry benchmarks. The latest additions to the P2012 series offer a future-ready solution for commercial, government, and special operations worldwide.

“The P2012 Special Mission and STOL variants reflect Tecnam’s ongoing commitment to innovation and versatility,” said Giovanni Pascale Langer, Managing Director of Tecnam. “By offering both Lycoming and Continental engine options and enhancing short-field performance, we are ensuring that our customers have the most efficient, adaptable, and capable aircraft for their mission needs.”

Francesco Sferra, P2012 & Special Mission Platforms Sales and Business Development Manager at Tecnam stated: “In the growing demand of capable and safe, yet affordable and cost-efficient Special Mission Platforms, Tecnam has made another innovative step by adding two further variants to its SMP aircraft inventory. The P2012 Continental SMP and the P2012 STOL SMP provide increased range and endurance, simplified management and maintenance, lower operating costs while also granting access to the most extreme and demanding landing strips in the world. The newly introduced Special Mission Platform variants cover a broad spectrum of special missions, while positioned closer to their operational area and with increased persistence on target.

More info on the P2012 Sentinel SMP
https://tecnam.com/aircraft/p2012-sentinel-smp/

For further details on the P2012 STOL and the P2012 Series aircraft, please visit www.tecnam.com or contact Francesco Sferra, Tecnam P2012 – Special Mission Platforms Sales & Business Development Manager; tel +39 345 782 7020 email; f.sferra@tecnam.com.

Tecnam is proud to announce that FLN FRISIA-Luftverkehr GmbH Norddeich (Inselflieger) has taken delivery of a Tecnam P2012 STOL, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing regional air connectivity to the East Frisian Islands.

Designed for Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) operations, the Tecnam P2012 STOL is an ideal fit for Inselflieger’s mission of providing modern, roomier, more capable, comfortable, and efficient safe transportation between the mainland and the islands. The aircraft’s design brings the customer experience to a “new level” of comfort, opening new horizons to the Company consolidated operations between the Frisian island. The amenities on board and well-designed cabin layout ensure an improved experience for both pilots and passengers, meanwhile the advanced avionics grant additional safety to the mission. With Tecnam’s strong technical support, the P2012 STOL seamlessly integrates into the existing fleet while ensuring efficient maintenance and long-term operational reliability.

Bruno Warkentin, Nominated Person Continuing Airworthiness at Inselflieger, expressed his enthusiasm for the new partnership, stating: “We are very excited about the collaboration with Tecnam Our initial focus will be on integrating the P2012 STOL into our operations, and once we successfully achieve this, we see significant potential for the future. However, what we’ve seen from Tecnam so far has already impressed us.”

Paolo Pascale, CEO of Tecnam, also shared his thoughts on this milestone: “We are delighted to welcome Inselflieger to the Tecnam family. The P2012 STOL was designed to meet the needs of operators who require superior performance in challenging environments, and we are confident that it will serve Inselflieger’s routes exceptionally well. We look forward to supporting their success with this aircraft and beyond.”

Francesco Sferra, P2012 Sales and Business Development Manager of Tecnam, stated: “This delivery and entry in service is an additional testament to the impressive achievements of the P2012 aircraft series. The P2012 STOL, specifically designed to accomplish commercial operations from the shortest and most demanding runways in the world, brings to the market enhanced capabilities, improved comfort, added safety and a multi mission configuration that spans from Passengers to Freight transportation, as well as Air Ambulance missions and now also Special Missions. We are proud to enlist among our premium customers also the dedicated and passionate FLN team.”

By investing in the Tecnam P2012 STOL, Inselflieger continues its tradition of innovation and commitment to providing reliable and high-quality air services to the region.

About FLN FRISIA-Luftverkehr GmbH Norddeich

To meet the growing demands of modern travel, AG Reederei Norden-Frisia expanded its services as a leading transportation provider to the East Frisian Islands of Norderney and Juist by introducing an aviation division.

In 1969, FLN FRISIA-Luftverkehr GmbH Norddeich was founded, offering year-round on-demand flights with fixed departure times from Norden-Norddeich to Juist and Norderney.

In 2011, the company further strengthened its presence along the East Frisian North Sea coast by acquiring the LFH Group. Following a merger in 2014, the airline became the region’s largest provider of air services, operating a fleet of nine aircraft, including Britten-Norman Islanders and Cessnas, and transporting approximately 120,000 passengers annually. The Harle location primarily serves Wangerooge, while additional charter and scenic flights connect other East and North Frisian Islands, Helgoland, and destinations across Germany and neighboring countries.

www.inselflieger.de

The new aircraft will allow Seychelles airline to expand new operations.

Capua – Tecnam announced today that Islands Development Company (IDC), airline based in the Seychelles, has commenced scheduled operations with its first P2012 STOLs delivered just one month ago.

Following aircraft acceptance and crew training in Italy, the aircraft was delivered via a challenging ferry flight across Africa to reach the Seychelles archipelago.

The P2012 STOL is the ideal platform for inter-island connections between Seychelles International Airport and the smaller airports on the surrounding islands. The P2012 STOL, with its 315m take-off run and 225m landing run, coupled with a certified 10° (17.5%) steep approach, ensures excellent performance even on the smallest runways in the archipelago, while maintaining twin-engine safety and excellent on-board comfort and accommodation.

Tecnam’s innovative and modern design of an aircraft built with commuter passengers in mind will allow IDC passengers to experience the comfort and luxury of modern amenities and ergonomic design, providing a high level of service to their communities.

The P2012 STOL, which comfortably seats nine passengers with one or two crew, is a new generation, turbocharged, twin-engine, high wing aircraft. Its introduction to the Islands Development Company’s fleet will offer experiences that discerning travellers expect, such as premium interiors, in-seat power, superior legroom and under-seat stowage.

Giovanni Pascale Langer, Tecnam Managing Director, said: “From Alaska to Hawaii, from the Caribbean to the Seychelles, the P2012 is proving to be the aircraft of choice for many operators due to its modern design and low operating costs.” 

Glenny Savy, IDC Chief Executive Officer (CEO) said: “The Tecnam P2012 STOL is a strategic addition to IDC’s fleet. This versatile aircraft will enhance operations on all the islands managed by IDC, especially those with shorter airfields, improving accessibility and operational efficiency”.

Learn more about the P2012 STOL:
https://tecnam.com/aircraft/p2012-stol/

 About Islands Development Company (IDC)

The Islands Development Company (IDC) is a parastatal company incorporated on 29^th April 1980 and is wholly owned by the Seychelles Government. It is registered under the Companies Act of 1972 with the responsibility for the sustainable development of Silhouette and the outer islands. The principal mandate of IDC is to manage the 17 islands leased from the Seychelles Government.

IDC is governed by a Board of Directors whose mandate is to provide policy, strategic directives and oversight of the company to achieve its business objectives and fulfil its corporate social responsibilities.

It currently owns two subsidiary companies, Green Island Construction Company (GICC) and Green Tree Investment Company (GTIC) and one associate company, Paradise Marine. IDC operates its own aviation wing to better service the islands and is also co-owner of the vessel Enterprise II, which it manages.
www.idcseychelles.com

The new aircraft allows the Caribbean-based carrier to open up new routes.

St. Barth, Guadeloupe – Tecnam announced today that St. Barth Executive, the French VIP airline based in the Caribbean, has commenced scheduled operations with the two P2012 STOLs already delivered. A third P2012 is scheduled for September.

The first passenger flight was operated on August 1st from Guadeloupe (SBH/TFFR) to St Barth (SBH/TFFJ) and has been operated under the AIR INTER ILES brand by St Barth Executive.

With a standard schedule of three flights per day, and up to six flights per day during the high season, this 50-minute flight will allow for a constant, affordable, dependable, and distinguished daily connection for locals and tourists between the islands. This new route has been eagerly awaited as it is connecting islands that were previously only accessible by boat.

The Short Take-Off and Landing variant of the P2012 is the perfect platform for a unique environment like the West Indies, especially for runways like Saint-Barthélemy that require a significant approach gradient due to the very close proximity of a hill on the approach path. The P2012 STOL, with its 425m takeoff distance and its 360m landing distance, coupled to a certified “10° (17.5%) steep approach” grants outstanding performance over the 646 metre long runway.

Tecnam’s innovative and modern design of an aircraft built with commuter passengers in mind will allow St Barth Executive to bring the comfort and luxury of modern amenities and ergonomic design to their service in the Caribbean, providing a high level of service to their communities.

Comfortably seating nine passengers with one or two crew, the P2012 STOL is a new generation, turbocharged, twin-engine, high wing, fixed-wing aircraft. The introduction to the St Barth Executive fleet will offer experiences that discerning travellers expect, such as premium interiors, in-seat power, superior legroom and under-seat stowage.

Giovanni Pascale, Tecnam Managing Director, said: “”We are delighted that St Barth Executive has chosen the P2012 STOL. Today we celebrate the start of operations at St. Barth Executive and congratulate Vincent on his professionalism and passion. We are proud that an Italian, European aircraft allows greater mobility and transport in the Caribbean islands!”

Vincent Beauvarlet – Président, St Barth Executive, said: “We are very pleased to have met our deadlines with TECNAM. This was made possible by a great teamwork with TECNAM and St. Barth Executive, which led us to start operations on time.

We carried out dozens of hours of training and pilot releases, which allowed us to test the performance and operation of the STOL, which met the specifications perfectly.

The P2012 lands and takes off perfectly in St Barth and offers us an attractive payload. Finally, we have an air vector that allows us to connect our islands with controlled operating costs. Once again, we would like to thank TECNAM for their continued commitment and support, as well as their availability day and night. Our thanks also go to the French Civil Aviation Authority, which has also found the resources to enable us to open these routes on time for the benefit of the populations of all these islands”.

Learn more about the P2012 STOL:

https://tecnam.com/aircraft/p2012-stol/

About St Barth Executive

St Barth Executive is a VIP Air Charter company located in St Barth, offering direct flights connecting St Barts with the US, the Caribbean and Latin America, ensuring the safest and finest travel experience.

Founded in 2018, based in St Barth, with secondary bases in Guadeloupe and St Martin, St Barth Executive is a French operator EASA-certificated, managing and operating a fleet of Pilatus PC-12 NG/ NGX and now Tecnam P2012

https://www.stbarthexecutive.com/

The certification arrives during the opening of EBACE, where the P2012 is on display.

CAPUA – Today Tecnam announced that the P2012 STOL has received EASA certification for steep approaches of up to 10°. This important milestone is a significant endorsement of the P2012 design and further expands the aircraft’s operability.

The P2012 STOL aircraft, specifically designed for short take-off and landing operations, is designed and tailored to operate from airports and airstrips characterised by extremely short runways and extreme operational constraints.

Francesco Sferra, Tecnam P2012 – Special Mission Platforms Sales & Business Development Manager, said: “With its impressive short field performance and now 10-degree approach certification, there is no inaccessible runway for the latest P2012 STOL.”

THE AIRCRAFT

The P2012 STOL is the only twin-piston aircraft with Short Take-Off and Landing capabilities that complies with the latest certification amendments. It offers a maximum gross weight of 3680 kg / 8113 lb with a useful load of 1191 kg / 2626 lb while maintaining a modern design, a wide and comfortable cabin and 11 seats.

The cabin entrance and accommodation is enhanced by a wide single access door and a central aisle; moreover, a dedicated window for each of the 9 individual passengers, no bench/double seats and the best passenger amenities are provided such as dual USB ports at each seat, cabin air conditioning, individual fresh and hot air outlets, dedicated reading light, seat pockets and cup and mobile phone holders.

The interiors design and the superb view granted by the “high wing” configuration provide a “best-in-class” experience for the flights to typical remote STOL destinations.

The multi mission capability of the aircraft allows to exchange the STOL configuration from passengers’ transportation to Cargo, Combi, or Air Ambulance within minutes, providing healthcare, assistance and serving communities worldwide.

Mission accomplishment and flight safety enhancement pass through a modern cockpit with latest technology, including as a standard state-of-the-art G1000 NXi avionic system, GFC700 specifically tuned autopilot, and ADS-B IN/OUT. An active and connected flight deck (Bluetooth, flight stream, Iridium) and a toolbox of modern aids (Wx radar, storm scope, inset map, Synthetic Vision™) are provided to reduce workload and fatigue while increasing mission safety and effectiveness. From a comfort perspective the P2012 STOL offers a +34% wider cabin, +24% larger seat pitch, +188% higher luggage weight allowance and +303% better luggage volume when compared to legacy competitors STOL aircraft and does it all in accordance with the latest certification standards.

Learn more about the P2012 STOL:

https://tecnam.com/aircraft/p2012-stol/