Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University selected Tecnam Aircraft P-92 MkII to fly in future flight competitions

Chosen due to its wide variance of flight capabilities — including speeds, visibility, advanced avionics and innovative interior design, along with the low operating cost — the Tecnam P-92 MkII will be piloted by the Eagles Flight Team, representing Embry‑Riddle’ Daytona Beach Campus. The Eagles Flight Team competes at the annual National Intercollegiate Flying Association’ National and Regional Safety and Flight Evaluation Conferences. The aircraft will be used within the competition to perform message drops, navigation, power-off landings, short-field landings and numerous other competitive events. The Eagles Flight Team boasts a long record of success in Region IX flight competition.

Ken Byrnes, Embry-Riddle assistant dean and Flight chair,commented: “Our selection of  Tecnam P-92 at Embry-Riddle reflects a step change in the continuation of providing safe, reliable and cost-efficient platforms for our Eagle’s Flight Team to remain competitive in the future.”

David Copeland, director of sales at Tecnam US, said: “The P92 is a stable, solid and cost-effective platform that has proven to be the go-to aircraft for flight school programs around the world. We are excited to see the Eagles Flight Team piloting Tecnam’s into the future.”

The P92’s short-field performance, excellent climb characteristics and efficiency are now teamed with the MkII’s composite fuselage, granting improved cruise performances. The cabin volume has also been increased, allowing for wider seats, additional fore and aft adjustment and improved ergonomics. Advanced Garmin G3X touch avionics are available with synthetic view and ground proximity warning, providing additional navigation and situational awareness.