Rome-Based Fleet to Expand Single Engine Trainer Lineup with Jet-A Powered DA40s
Urbe Aero Flight Academy placed an impressive order with Diamond, adding 7 more DA40 NGs and a DA42-VI to its 11-strong fleet in Rome. Currently, the Italian flight school bases 7 DA20s, 2 DA40 NGs, and 2 DA42-VIs at Rome Urbe Airport, allowing it to continue flight training from zero to hero for students making their way into the airline pipeline. In outfitting their new purchases, Urbe Aero opted for the 168 hp Austro AE300 "diesel" engine, burning Jet-A to the tune of a 50% fuel savings.
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