National Flight Centre (NFC) based at Dublin Weston Airport announced it has selected Tecnam Aircraft, based in Capua, Italy, for its multi million euro fleet replacement programme, including twin-engine P2006T aircraft and P-Mentor single-engine IFR trainer aircraft. NFC will become an authorised Tecnam maintenance facility for Ireland.
NFC Head of Training Darragh Owens, said “Following detailed competitor analysis we are delighted to have chosen Tecnam as our long-term partner for our aircraft fleet renewal programme. We will continue to focus on delivering high quality training with modern glass cockpit aircraft, whilst achieving environmental benefits including reduced fuel consumption and emissions, and an improved noise profile. The replacement programme will commence in December 2022”
Tecnam Aircraft Chief Sales Officer Walter Da Costa, said “We are delighted to welcome National Flight Centre, one of Europe’s longest established Pilot Academies to the Tecnam family. We are the world’s largest manufacturers of piston aircraft, having delivered more than 7,000 aircraft to70 countries world-wide, offering a complete solution for all pilot training needs. We are also pleased to authorise NFC as the only Tecnam-approved Part145 maintenance facility in Ireland.”
The National Flight Centre (NFC) operates a fleet of Beech 76, Cessna 152s, 172s and Vulcanair P-68 Observer.
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