P2012 TRAVELLER TECNAM P2012 TRAVELLER Tecnam have announced the launch of the Tecnam P2012 Traveller’. The eleven seat next generation twin is powered by Lycoming. This new aeroplane has been designed to comply with both FAR part 23 and EASA CS-23.                             Airlines have been demanding a replacement for the many hundreds of ‘heritage’ aeroplanes in the FAR23/CS23 category currently in service around the world, as many are now coming to the end of their useful commercial life.     Lycoming has developed a six-cylinder, 350 horse power, four stroke piston engine, the TEO-540-A1A to power the P2012 Traveller.  The piston Lycoming TEO-540-A1A engines have been specifically selected by Tecnam to power the P2012 Traveller as they best support operators flying as economically as possible, short hops at lower, unpressurised, altitudes and with a high number of cycles. Tecnam P2012 Traveller operators will have the option of utilising both MOGAS and AVGAS, with a fuel system featuring two fuel tanks integral with the wing box with a capacity of 600 litres (159 US gal), burning less than 114 litres per hour (30 US gph) at a cruise speed of 160 knots.  Potential operators have also demanded a new aeroplane that requires minimal maintenance, so the P2012 Traveller’s fixed robust landing gear is practically maintenance free. With over 100 Tecnam Service Centres already in place around the world, our operators are assured of exemplary support.   Tecnam’s reputation for innovation and styling is also very evident in the cabin environment too. Taking into account the latest ergonomic and anthropometric studies, seat pitch has been set at a very comfortable 32 inches. Individual vent outlets are provided for each passenger and there is a heating system that has been designed to warm the cabin uniformly. There are two very spacious baggage compartments allowing 1000 litres (70.6 cu ft) of space.   "Ultimately operators have been demanding a next generation aeroplane that can deliver not only profits but reliability, efficiency and of course passenger comfort. The Tecnam design team have answered all these needs in developing the P2012 Traveller, one of the first new FAR23/CS23 aeroplanes in 25 years!" said Paolo Pascale, Tecnam's Managing Director." The P2012 Traveller builds on our commitment to continue to develop outstanding, stylish, innovative and affordable aeroplanes. For the Tecnam team, designing and building aeroplanes isn't just a job, it's an extension of our passion for flying." The Tecnam P2012 Traveller will first see service as a passenger aeroplane but has been designed from the start to be a very versatile and flexible aerial platform, offering many multi role opportunities including VIP, cargo shipping, parachuting, and medevac services.      WEIGHT kg    Ramp weight    3305 kg    MTOW    3290 kg    Max Payload    1305 kg    Load ultimate factor    +6    -3   PERFORMANCES (MTOW - ISA cond.)      Max Speed s/l    191 kts   Cruising Speed 75% s/l    170 kts    Rate of Climb @ s/l (Full load/full power)    1600 ft/min    Rate of Climb one engine inoperative    400 fpm    Service Ceiling    14000 ft    Take off run (50 ft)    646 m    Landing run (50 ft)    554 m    Stall Speed (Full flaps, Vso)      66 kts