The Tecnam P2010
A modern 4-seat aircraft built for efficiency, safety, and travel
The Tecnam P2010
A modern 4-seat aircraft built for efficiency, safety, and travel
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Why Pilots Love the P2010
The Tecnam P2010 brings together sleek Italian design, modern technology, and everyday practicality in a way few four-seat singles do. With its carbon-fiber fuselage, all-metal wings, and Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, it feels thoroughly modern while retaining the stability and comfort pilots expect from a high-wing. Its efficient Lycoming or Continental diesel engines deliver impressive speed and range with modest fuel burn, making it a smart choice for both personal and training missions.
Add in its refined cabin, smooth handling, and reputation for reliability, and it’s clear why the P2010 has become a standout in the next generation of general aviation aircraft.
Tecnam P2010 Specs
Performance numbers and key features that set the P2010 apart from other four-seat aircraft.
12 gal/hr fuel burn
Fuel consumption (46 I/h)
Lycoming IO-390-C3B6, 4-cylinder, 215 HP, with electronic fuel injection
145 kts max speed
Max. speed (10,000ft)
140 kts cruise speed at 75% (10,000ft)
14,000 ft service ceiling
Max operating altitude
1,009 ft/min max rate of climb (MSL)
720 nm max range
Includes auxiliary tanks which are standard in the USA
12 US gal/hr fuel consumption at 60 %
4 seat capacity
The folding rear seat backs, large forward opening canopy, and huge rear door offers the optimum in loading flexibility
970 lbs useful load
Baggage is stowed in the generous rear cabin compartment with access via dedicated baggage door, offering maximum loading flexibility for any mission
Tecnam P2010 Specs
Performance numbers and key features that set the P2010 apart from other four-seat aircraft.
12 gal/hr fuel burn
Fuel consumption (46 I/h)
Lycoming IO-390-C3B6, 4-cylinder, 215 HP, with electronic fuel injection
145 kts max speed
Max. speed (10,000ft)
140 kts cruise speed at 75% (10,000ft)
14,000 ft service ceiling
Max operating altitude
1,009 ft/min max rate of climb (MSL)
720 nm max range
Includes auxiliary tanks which are standard in the USA
12 US gal/hr fuel consumption at 60 %
4 seat capacity
The folding rear seat backs, large forward opening canopy, and huge rear door offers the optimum in loading flexibility
970 lbs useful load
Baggage is stowed in the generous rear cabin compartment with access via dedicated baggage door, offering maximum loading flexibility for any mission
The Ideal Single-Engine Aircraft
The Tecnam P2010 offers excellent versatility, efficiency, and performance in a light twin-engine aircraft design. It is ideal for flight training, leisure flying, and commercial applications, offering advanced avionics, strong fuel efficiency, and stable flight characteristics.
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Training Excellence
The Tecnam P2010 is an outstanding trainer thanks to its blend of advanced technology, forgiving flight characteristics, and modern design. With a spacious four-seat cabin, robust Lycoming engine options, and Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, it offers student pilots a professional-level environment that’s both accessible and scalable. Its stable handling and excellent visibility make it ideal for primary and advanced training alike—preparing pilots for today’s evolving aviation landscape in a comfortable, capable platform.
Design and Comfort
Four seats, three passenger doors and one baggage door. This four-seater airplane boasts an expansive cabin featuring ergonomic front and rear seats with exceptional legroom and a separate third entry door. Alcantara leather and a dark ceiling improve your flying experience with unique elements. Your aircraft interior is made more exclusive with electrically adjustable comfort front seats, while guaranteeing absolute compliance with the industry’s strictest standards.
Safety Record and Features
Tecnam’s focus on safety and simplicity makes the P2010 an ideal choice for families, professionals, and training organizations alike. The aircraft’s stable handling and intuitive systems inspire confidence, while its modern avionics suite enhances situational awareness in every phase of flight.
Equipped with the Garmin GFC 700 autopilot and Garmin ESP envelope protection, the P2010 actively supports pilots by gently correcting excessive pitch or bank angles and guarding against stalls or overspeed conditions. The result is a smooth, predictable, and exceptionally safe flying experience.
Propulsion and Avionics
The Tecnam P2010 offers a choice of three engines—Lycoming IO-360, Lycoming IO-390, and the Jet-A-burning Continental CD-170—allowing operators to balance performance, efficiency, and fuel flexibility. The CD-170 stands out for its impressive economy and worldwide fuel availability, making it a strong option for flight schools and international flyers alike.
Garmin’s G1000 NXi flight deck comes standard, providing clear displays, synthetic vision, and optional GFC 700 autopilot for enhanced safety and ease of use. Together, these systems give the P2010 a refined, capable feel for both training and cross-country flying.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s available with a Lycoming IO-360 (180 hp) or IO-390 (215 hp) piston engine, and there’s also the diesel variant P2010 TDI with a Continental CD-170 engine.
Typical base pricing is around US $370,000 for the standard 180 hp version, with higher-powered and diesel variants commanding more.
The cruise speed is around 137-140 ktas for the 180 hp version, and up to 150 kts or more in the 215 hp or TDI variants.
With full fuel and under ideal conditions, the P2010 has a range up to around 720 nm (≈1,333 km) in some variants.
It comes with the Garmin G1000 NXi integrated flight deck and optional GFC 700 autopilot in many configurations.
The useful load is around 870 lb (≈395 kg) for some versions, allowing for occupants, fuel and baggage.
Ground roll for take-off is about 1,102 ft in standard condition (for certain US spec versions) and 1,394 ft for the Gran Lusso TDI version.
Yes — many P2010 models are certified for IFR operations and are used by training organisations for ab-initio through commercial training.
Depending on engine configuration, it can run on avgas, mogas (in approved cases) and Jet-A/kerosene for the diesel version.
It uses a composite fuselage, metal wings, a modern avionics suite and offers better performance, useful load and comfort compared with legacy models.
It seats four people (pilot + three passengers) in a two-row high-wing cabin with a third door for rear access.
Depending on the variant, service ceiling reaches up to 18,000 ft (about 5,486 m) for the diesel TDI version.
Yes — the mixed composite/metal construction and modern design are promoted by the manufacturer as offering low maintenance costs and high efficiency.
For one spec, take-off over 50 ft obstacle is about 1,952 ft and landing over 50 ft obstacle about 1,709 ft.
Powerplant
| P2010 180 HP | P2010 215 HP | |
|---|---|---|
Engine |
180 HP Lycoming IO-360 |
215 HP Lycoming IO-390-C3B6 |
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Propeller |
MT 2/3 Bladed Fixed/Variable Pitch Propeller |
MT 3 Bladed Variable Pitch Propeller |
|
Fuel grades |
Avgas or MoGas |
Avgas |
Performance (max. mass)
| P2010 180 HP |
P2010 215 HP |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Max. speed |
140 kts TAS | 259 km/h TAS | 145 kts TAS |
269 km/h TAS |
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Stall Speed (Flaps Down Power Off) CAS
|
52 kts | 96 km/h | 53 kts |
98 km/h |
|
Max. rate of climb (MSL) |
841 ft/min | 4.27 m/s | 1,009 ft/min | 5.1 m/s |
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Max. range (incl. auxiliary tank) |
720 nm | 1,333 km | 720 nm | 1,333 nm |
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Take off run |
1,102 ft | 336 m | 1,192 ft |
363 m |
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Take off distance |
1,952 ft | 595 m | 1,612 ft |
491 m |
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Landing run |
778 ft | 237 m | 860 ft |
262 m |
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Landing distance |
1,709 ft |
521 m |
1,887 ft |
575 m |
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Max. operating altitude |
12,000 ft |
3,658 m | 14,000 ft |
4,267 m |
Dimensions
Mass and Loading
| P2010 180 HP | P2010 215 HP | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Seats |
4 | 4 | ||
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Empty weight |
1,687 lbs | 765 kg | 1,720 lbs |
780 kg |
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Useful load |
870 lbs | 395 kg | 970 lbs |
440 kg |
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Max. take off mass |
2,557 lbs | 1,160 kg | 1,720 lbs |
1,220 kg |
|
Main Tank Capacity |
63 US Gal | 240 l | 63 US Gal |
240 l |
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