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Tecnam’s Next-Gen Twin Trainers Set to Arrive in North America

Tecnam, the Italy-based manufacturer of light training aircraft, has announced its P2006T NG (Next Generation) design will soon appear in the U.S. and Canada.

“[The aircraft] represents the latest evolution of Tecnam’s highly successful twin platform, building on the outstanding global track record of the P2006T MkII and the strong market reception of the P2006T NG, which is already in active delivery and operation across multiple international markets,” the company said in a news release.

According to Tecnam, the P2006T NG will be offered in multiple configurations, including a trainer optimized for flight instruction, a sport model with premium interior finishes, and a special mission platform that can be used for utility, surveillance, and mapping.

“The success of the P2006T MkII worldwide has confirmed the strength of this platform, and the P2006T NG represents its natural evolution,” said Walter Da Costa, Tecnam’s chief sales officer. “With the NG, we are bringing to the United States and Canada a twin-engine aircraft that has already proven its value internationally, combining efficiency, reliability, and modern technology tailored to the needs of today’s flight academies and private operators.”

About the Aircraft

The P2006T, which has been around since 2007, represents a high-wing twin that has proven to be a relatively economical multiengine training platform used by flight schools. Tecnam attributes the success to the airframe’s low operating costs, reliability, and state-of-the-art modern cockpit.

Tecnam has released a schedule for the P2006T NG North America debut:

  • Official launch: January 19
  • FAA certification: Expected in fourth quarter 2026
  • First deliveries: Scheduled to begin in first quarter 2027 (subject to FAA certification)

The P2006T NG is already certified and in use in seven other countries.

The aircraft is powered by twin fuel-injected Rotax 912iSc3 engines, which Tecnam said gives the P2006T NG lower fuel consumption than many of the other light twin trainers on the market.

In addition, the P2006T NG has an increased maximum takeoff weight (MTOW), which provides for greater payload, resulting in more flexibility for the mission of the aircraft.

The aircraft cockpit has been refined, with the addition of a pilot-side door for better access.

The avionics suite now features the Garmin G1000 NXi, including the GCU 477 FMS keyboard and GFC 700 digital autopilot, ensuring pilots train on avionics architectures fully aligned with modern airline and commercial aviation environments. According to Tecnam, production slots for the U.S. and Canada are now being allocated.

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