ECO FRIENDLY EXEC JET ALTERNATIVE BRINGS GREENER FUTURE TO BRITISH SKIES
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Boutique private aviation company , ConnectJets , has sealed the first ever UK sale of Piaggio Aerospace ’ s pioneering ‘ green flying machine ’, the Avanti Evo . With its unique design , this elegantly efficient aircraft delivers huge fuel savings , and dramatically reduces emissions as well as operating costs – providing the UK private aviation sector a truly environmentally-friendly alternative to fuel-guzzling exec jets . The aircraft will be delivered to the buyer , a private individual , in October after being custom-built from scratch by Piaggio Aerospace in Italy . Operating under British registration , the UK ’ s first Avanti EVO will be available for charter from autumn 2017 , helping to fulfil growing market demand both in the UK and in Europe , for a new generation of greener , more economical private aircraft . Charter enquiries can be made via ConnectJets as from today .
The Avanti EVO combines refined Italian style and innovative technology with distinctive rear-facing propellers that offer superior climb performance and an ability to reach a maximum speed of 402 kts ( 463 MPH ) and altitude of 41,000 ft , which is faster and quieter than most comparable jet aircraft in its class . Its aerodynamic lines and unique design contribute to a remarkably spacious whisper quiet cabin able to accommodate up to eight passengers . As the fastest twin turboprop ever produced , the Avanti EVO achieves greater speed without compromising operating costs , running at up to 30 per cent less than a jet of the same size . Its green production process and lifestyle management process have been recognised globally in the aviation sector for its reduced impact on the planet .
Owners can choose their cabin layout , and luxury interiors from suppliers including Italian leatherware icon Poltrona Frau and renowned cabin seating specialist Iacobucci HF .
Says Gabriella Somerville , managing director of ConnectJets , “ As sole sales agent for the Avanti EVO in the British Isles and Channel Islands , I am delighted to conclude the first of what I am confident will be many sales of this exceptional aircraft . With issues of environmental impact and air quality drawing increasing media and public attention , the introduction of the pioneering Avanti EVO to UK skies could not have come at a better time , signposting a more sustainable way forward for the private aviation sector ”.
Renato Vaghi , Chief Executive Officer of Piaggio Aerospace , says : “ I am sure the outcome of our collaboration with ConnectJets will be extremely positive . I ’ m proud to say that along with them , we lead the way towards a revolutionary , luxurious and eco-friendly way of travelling that will comply with the new fast-moving , environmental and cost saving requirements .”
Manufactured to order by leading Italian aircraft manufacturer Piaggio Aerospace at its new production aerospace centre of excellence in Villanova d ’ Albenga ( Genoa , Liguria ), each Avanti EVO is customised to the buyer ’ s specifications .
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