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OSM Aviation Academy signs LOI with Tecnam for 25 IFR-certified P-Mentor aircraft

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Tatjana Obrazcova
Country: Norway Aircraft: Airplanes

OSM Aviation Academy has signed a LOI for the purchase of 25 fully equipped IFR-certified Tecnam P-Mentor aircraft, with options for an additional five units. With this new LOI, OSM Aviation Academy will enhance its training fleet and capacity, ensuring that future pilots benefit from the most advanced training aircraft available today. The Tecnam P-Mentor fleet will not only strengthen the Academy’s European operations but also support its expansion into new markets, including the United States, where demand for efficient, sustainable, and IFR-capable training aircraft continues to grow.

Martin Floor, CEO of OSM Aviation Academy commented: “We are excited to strengthen our partnership with Tecnam as we continue to scale our training operations. The P-Mentor’s efficiency, safety, and IFR capabilities make it the perfect aircraft for training the next generation of Airline Ready pilots.”

Hans Kyrre Hultgren, Executive Director of OSM Aviation Academy said: The aircraft order forms part of a broader group strategy to establish a strong presence in the United States to support OSM’s flight training operations, while creating a platform for further expansion across both the U.S. and European markets.” 

Walter Da Costa, Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officerstated: “We are delighted to support OSM Aviation Academy’s continued growth and commitment to excellence in pilot training. The P-Mentor embodies Tecnam’s mission to deliver innovative, reliable, and sustainable training solutions to the world’s leading flight schools.”

Tecnam P-Mentor is the latest two-seat IFR trainer from Tecnam, offering unmatched efficiency, advanced avionics, and a fully EASA-certified IFR and PBN platform. Designed to comply with all the latest EASA requirements, the P-Mentor combines outstanding performance, low fuel consumption, and safety, making it the ideal aircraft for modern flight training operations.
Driven by increasing demand for OSM Aviation Academy Airline Ready cadet program, this strategic partnership represents a significant step toward expanding the Academy’s global flight training capacity. With this new LOI, OSM Aviation Academy will enhance its training fleet and capacity, ensuring that future pilots benefit from the most advanced training aircraft available today.

 





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