Italian Planemaker Enters The Australian Market

The Piaggio P180 Avanti II has  been certified by Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). The company made the announcement at Avalon 2011, the Australian International Air Show. 
 

The company said that it would begin sales of the aircraft in the country with first deliveries expected this year. The P180 Avanti II brings a completely new aircraft to Australia - one that Piaggio says uses 40 percent less fuel and has the lowest carbon footprint in its class by far, while providing class leading performance and cabin comfort. The P180 Avanti II, the company says, is truly eco-friendly, efficient and economical, making it an ideal aircraft for Australia.

The Piaggio Aero P.180 Avanti II received its type acceptance certificate from The Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) in late 2010. This certificate confirms that the design of the aircraft complies with all Australian regulations, having previously gained both EASA and FAA certifications in 2005. The Avanti II can now be legally registered and operated throughout Australia.

"We are proud to receive CASA certification for the Avanti II on schedule. At Piaggio Aero we are fully committed to making quality products available to the executive/multi-utility aircraft market around the world, and offering comprehensive technical support for them. "commented Alberto Galassi, Piaggio Aero CEO. ""The Australian market is expanding rapidly and Piaggio Aero is excited to be participating in this growth. Thanks to its unique design and characteristics, we feel that the P.180 Avanti II is ideal for Australian executive, aeromedical and other special mission aviation applications" he added.

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