Piaggio Aero Piaggio P.180 Avanti

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A sleek Piaggio P.180 Avanti in black livery powers through rotation, showcasing its unique pusher-prop, canard-equipped design.

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Aircraft

Piaggio P.180 Avanti P180

Black with gold and white stripes

N480EV

Registration

Manufacturer

Piaggio Aero

Achievements

Turboprop Tracker, Private Jet Pro, Rare Bird, Runway Royalty

4 badges earned

Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 71.0

Striking black livery and great mid-liftoff angle, but overcast light and fence at bottom reduce impact.

Location

Scottsdale Airport

SCF/KSDL

33.6229, -111.9110

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Scottsdale Airport SCF

Airport

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Aviation History

The Piaggio P.180 Avanti is considered one of the fastest turboprop business aircraft and is recognizable by its unique canard and pusher propeller configuration.

Fleet Rarity

One of around 200–220 Avanti aircraft built; relatively rare in the business turboprop segment.

Record Flights

Has been used for business jet charter and air ambulance flights, well known for fast short- and medium-haul operations.

Safety & Events

Generally well regarded with a good safety record; notable for unique noise signature and futuristic appearance.

Future Outlook

Still in limited production and active service; company has gone through several financial restructurings.

Specifications

2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66B turboprops (pusher configuration)

Engine

14.03 m

Wingspan

14.41 m

Length

2,760 km

Range

737 km/h

Speed

7–9 passengers

Capacity

5,239 kg

MTOW

3.98 m

Height

850 shp (shaft horsepower) per engine

Thrust

Approximately 68–72 dB (ICAO Annex 16 compliant, noted for being relatively quiet for a turboprop)

Noise