Oshkosh, WI, USA — Tecnam is pleased to announce the appointment of Cutter Aviation as its Authorized Dealer for Arizona and California. This strategic partnership further strengthens Tecnam’s growing presence in North America, providing enhanced access to aircraft sales, support, and maintenance throughout the Southwest region.

As a well-established name in general aviation since 1928, Cutter Aviation will now offer the complete line of Tecnam aircraft, including the P2010, P-Mentor, and P2006T, as well as certified maintenance support. This new relationship ensures flight schools, private owners, and commercial operators benefit from comprehensive solutions tailored to a wide spectrum of general aviation needs.

“This partnership with Tecnam reflects our commitment to providing high-quality aircraft and services that meet the evolving needs of general aviation customers,” said Will Cutter, President of Cutter Aviation. “Tecnam is a globally respected name, and we’re proud to represent their products and support in Arizona and California.”

“We are excited to welcome Cutter Aviation to the Tecnam family,” said Walter Da Costa, Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer. “Cutter’s long-standing reputation for excellence, customer service, and deep roots in the U.S. Southwest make them the perfect partner to support our mission of bringing efficient, innovative, and environmentally conscious aircraft to more pilots and operators across the country.”

Cutter Aviation will be joining Tecnam at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025, taking place July 21–27. Visitors are encouraged to stop by the Tecnam booth to meet the Cutter team, view the aircraft lineup, and learn more about this exciting collaboration.

Tradition, innovation and vision. These factors are taking Tecnam to new horizons. Based on recent data and industry benchmarks, Tecnam offers the greenest training fleet in the world. Flight schools using Tecnam’s single and twin engine fleet can save up to 10 tonnes of CO₂ emissions for each student who completes a Commercial Pilot Licence – a 60% reduction compared to a fleet using 100LL fuel across 155 flight hours, including 30 hours in a twin (www.Tecnam.com/soar-greener).

About Cutter Aviation
Founded in 1928 by William P. Cutter, Cutter Aviation is the oldest continuously family-owned and operated Fixed Base Operator (FBO) in the United States. Cutter offers comprehensive aviation services including aircraft sales, maintenance, avionics, charter and management. With nine locations across Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Texas, Cutter Aviation is committed to serving the full spectrum of general and business aviation needs.
More information at www.cutteraviation.com.

The announcement made during Sun’n’Fun 2025

Lakeland, FL, USA – LifeStyle Aviation, a leading provider of modern aircraft solutions, is proud to announce its official appointment as an authorized Tecnam aircraft dealer for a major U.S. territory. This strategic partnership opens new opportunities for flight schools looking to expand and modernize their training fleets with Tecnam’s state-of-the-art aircraft, including the P-Mentor, P2006T, and P2010 models.

For 17 years, LifeStyle Aviation has been at the forefront of providing innovative aviation solutions, specializing in aircraft sales, training fleet solutions, and ownership programs. The partnership with Tecnam aligns naturally with LifeStyle Aviation’s commitment to advancing general aviation through modern designs, cutting-edge technology, and a strong focus on safety and efficiency. Together, both companies are dedicated to supporting flight schools in their growth and ensuring pilots are trained in the most advanced and fuel-efficient aircraft available today.

John Armstrong, Founder & CEO of LifeStyle Aviation, stated: “Our goal is to continue helping flight schools grow and modernize while bringing options to market that help move general aviation forward. We’re excited to build on our success and broaden options for flight schools with Tecnam’s flight school-friendly line of aircraft.”

Walter Da Costa, Chief Sales Officer of Tecnam, added: “We are delighted to welcome LifeStyle Aviation to the Tecnam family as an official dealer. Their deep expertise in aircraft sales and fleet solutions makes them an ideal partner for expanding Tecnam’s presence in the U.S. market. This collaboration will help flight schools access the most innovative and efficient training aircraft, ensuring they stay ahead in an evolving aviation landscape.”

 This new partnership will provide flight schools across the region with access to Tecnam’s advanced training aircraft, supporting their expansion efforts and operational efficiency.

About LifeStyle Aviation
LifeStyle Aviation is a leading modern aircraft provider specializing in a curated selection of business jets, modern personal piston aircraft, and flight training fleet solutions. The company serves flight schools, private individuals, corporations, and aviation enthusiasts globally. LifeStyle Aviation stands out for its dedication to providing an extraordinary client experience, helping individuals and organizations navigate aircraft acquisition, financing, and shared ownership programs. Through the LifeStyle Aviation Network, the company has built a collaborative ecosystem of flight centers, affiliates, and partners to make flying more accessible and help training centers achieve their aviation goals.
www.lifestyleaviation.com

The first P-Mentors handed to HCH Aviation for Stephen F. Austin State University.

Capua, Italy., May 30, 2024 – Tecnam Aircraft today announced the commencement of customer deliveries for the revolutionary P-Mentor Single Engine IFR Part 23 Certified Two Seat Platform.

“Beginning P-Mentor customer deliveries less than one month after achieving Federal Aviation Administration Type Certification marks another incredible milestone of raising the bar for the General Aviation Marketplace”, said Giovanni Pascale Langer, Managing Director, Tecnam Aircraft. “The P-Mentor has already begun to transform the training marketplace around the world as Flight Schools recognize that they cannot continue to operate legacy aircraft. The P-Mentor offers a unique combination of unparalleled safety, performance and cost-effectiveness.”

This innovative aircraft is equipped with the latest Garmin G3X Touch Screen avionics suite, providing students and instructors with a modern and intuitive interface to enhance the flight training experience.

“Since 1948, Tecnam has always been at the forefront of aviation innovation,” said Walter Da Costa, Chief Sales Officer . “With the P-Mentor, we are setting a new standard in the IFR training environment, offering a aircraft that not only meets but exceeds the rigorous demands of the aviation training community.”

The P-Mentor offers a very low fuel consumption of (3.7 GPH) while delivering a high level of cost efficiency allowing for all day training without having to stop for re fueling thus reducing costs as well as ground and operational interruptions.

“Today marks not only a monumental day for Tecnam but also for our Flight Program in partnership with Stephen F. Austin University. The delivery of the P-Mentor caps off our conversion of our fleet to an all inclusive Tecnam Flight Program. The innovation, low operational cost and aerodynamics of this platform are perfect for our Students and our operations. This combined with the reliability of the Tecnam Aircraft made it a very easy decision to choose the P-Mentor”, said Kristen Conklin, President; HCH Aviation.

Along with the delivery of the aircraft, a maintenance and familiarization course was also provided to the technicians and pilots.