Tecnam P2006T NG Nabs EASA Certification

The latest iteration of the P2006T that originally premiered 15 years ago was unveiled last year at the AERO 2024 trade show in Friedrichshafen, Germany.

"…With this new certification, Tecnam confirms its position as one of the most prolific aircraft manufacturers, as we certify several new designs every year in order to offer our customers the most advanced aircraft," Giovanni Pascale Langer, Tecnam managing director, said in a statement.

According to the company, the P2006T NG has an increased maximum takeoff weight of 2,844 pounds. The aircraft is powered by fuel-injected Rotax 912iSc3 engines and is one of the more fuel-efficient twins in the sky, burning 3.7 gph per engine while simultaneously reducing carbon dioxide emissions "by up to 45 metric tons per year."

The cockpit of the NG model features a FMS GCU477 keyboard, allowing smooth interface with the Garmin G1000Nxi avionics. The NG also has a fully digital GFC700 autopilot with electronic stability and protection, coupled with the GI-275 stand-by instruments. The Garmin Flight Stream system allows for connectivity between tablets, smartphones, and the aircraft.

The P2006T NG is easier to get into—literally, as it has four independent doors: two on the cockpit for the pilot and copilot/instruction, one for passengers, and one to access the baggage compartment.

The exterior of the aircraft has LED position and navigation lights, making the P2006T NG easier to spot both in the sky and on the ground, especially in flat-light or low-light situations. 

Tecnam is set to begin deliveries. Thus far it has customers in Spain, Denmark, Argentina, Paraguay, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand.