Air Data Solutions (ADS) has taken delivery of two Tecnam P2012 Sentinel Special Missions Platform aircraft. ADS is a leader in aerial imaging, mapping and geospatial data services, marking the first such purchase by a privately owned company in the US. This strategic fleet expansion underscores Air Data Solutions' commitment to advancing high-precision aerial data collection capabilities for global clients.

Headquartered in Natchitoches, Louisiana, with a fleet of 20 aircraft, ADS operates across the US, Europe and the West Pacific. The addition of the Tecnam P2012 Sentinel provides a versatile and robust platform tailored for sophisticated geospatial missions. Featuring a spacious, configurable cabin, dual large camera ports and dedicated sensor power, the aircraft is ideally suited for mounting cutting-edge sensors such as LiDAR, photogrammetry cameras and gyro-stabilised systems. Its twin-engine design enhances safety during low-altitude and remote-area operations, while the modern Garmin G1000 NXi avionics suite ensures precision flying and reduces pilot workload.

“With extended range and endurance, the P2012 enables wide-area surveys with fewer refuelling stops, making it an efficient and cost-effective solution,” comments Don Cummins, president of Air Data Solutions. “These aircraft deliver the flexibility, performance and technology our clients demand as we expand our geospatial and photogrammetric capabilities on a global scale.”

The Tecnam P2012 Sentinel SMPs are a vital part of Air Data Solutions' vision to support diverse missions, from large-scale mapping to environmental monitoring, with scalable solutions that adapt to evolving geospatial demands. This fleet enhancement reinforces the company's position at the forefront of aerial data acquisition, safety and innovation.

Francesco Sferra, P2012 and special mission platform sales and business development manager, concludes: “Tecnam is proud to provide modern, flexible, safe, highly capable and affordable solutions to operators seeking to integrate their fleet or replace legacy platforms with the state-of-the-art and efficient turbocharged piston aircraft, the P2012 Sentinel SMP.”