Piaggio P180 Avanti II

The distinctive turboprop built for speed and efficiency.

Piaggio P.180 Avanti II front view. © Alan Lebeda

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Overview

Piaggio Aero Italy ICAO: P180 1986–Present Active $7.2 million (2012)

The Piaggio P180 Avanti II is an Italian-designed twin-engine turboprop known for its unique three-surface layout. Introduced in the 2000s, it offers jet-like cruise speeds with turboprop economy. The aircraft remains active in executive transport roles.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × Pratt & Whitney PT6A-66B
Engine type
Turboprop
Power
2 × 850 shp · 634 kW
Avionics
Rockwell Collins ProLine 21 suite
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
9
Crew
—
Cabin width
6 ft 1 in  ·  1.85 m
Cabin height
5 ft 9 in  ·  1.75 m
Cabin length
14 ft 11 in  ·  4.55 m
Exterior length
47 ft 3 in  ·  14.41 m
Tail height
13 ft 1 in  ·  3.98 m
Fuselage diameter
6 ft 5 in  ·  1.95 m
Wing span
46 ft 0 in  ·  14.03 m
Baggage volume
44 ft³  ·  1.3 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
12,100 lb  ·  5,500 kg
Max landing weight
11,500 lb  ·  5,200 kg
Max payload
1,900 lb  ·  850 kg
Fuel capacity
420 gal · 1,600 L · 1,300 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
402 kt  ·  463 mph  ·  745 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
93 kt  ·  107 mph  ·  172 km/h
Range
1,793 nm  ·  2,060 mi  ·  3,320 km
Fuel burn
13.24 nm/gal  ·  6.48 km/L
Ceiling
41,000 ft  ·  12,500 m
Rate of climb
2,950 ft/min  ·  15 m/s
Takeoff distance
2,850 ft  ·  870 m
Landing distance
2,850 ft  ·  870 m
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Operational Context

Piaggio P180 Avanti II — high-speed turboprop aircraft

The Avanti first flew in 1986, with the Avanti II entering service in 2005 featuring upgraded engines and avionics. Its forward canard and rear-mounted propellers contribute to aerodynamic efficiency. The cabin offers a stand-up interior uncommon in turboprops.

Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A turboprop engines producing approximately 850 shaft horsepower each power the aircraft. Cruise speed approaches 400 knots (741 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 12,000 pounds (5,443 kg), with range near 1,500 nautical miles (2,778 km).

The Avanti II has been used by corporate operators and special mission units. Its combination of speed and fuel efficiency distinguishes it from conventional turboprops. Production continues in limited numbers.