Piaggio Aerospace is celebrating a significant double milestone for the P180 Avanti: in the year marking the aircraft's 40th anniversary, the P180 Avanti EVO has reached more than 40 aircraft sold since the first aircraft was delivered to a customer in 2015. It is a coincidence for an aircraft whose history has been defined by evolution.

Since its first flight in 1986, the type has evolved through several generations, with each iteration evolving through new technologies and systems. Much of this evolution has taken place beneath the aircraft's distinctive exterior, while the fundamental design has remained consistent, a testament to the aerodynamic excellence of the original concept.

The Avanti EVO, introduced in 2015, represents the latest evolution of this concept, building on the aircraft's characteristic three-lift-surface configuration and distinctive aerodynamic design with further improvements to the overall aircraft. More than 40 aircraft have now been sold since the first customer delivery, with the aircraft serving operators across business aviation, government and special-mission roles, from California to Japan and from Asia to Africa.

The P180 family has now surpassed 270 aircraft sold across all variants, reflecting the enduring appeal of a design that has remained distinctive throughout 40 years of evolution.

“The P180's story began with the courage to challenge established ideas. Four decades later, that pioneering spirit continues to define the aircraft,” says Cristian Toninelli, CEO of Piaggio Aerospace. “We are celebrating not only what the P.180 has achieved, but also what comes next.”

As Piaggio Aerospace marks four decades of the P180, the company is further evolving its support offering for Avanti I, II and EVO operators, ensuring customers benefit from comprehensive and reliable support throughout the aircraft's lifecycle.

At the same time, Piaggio Aerospace is preparing for the next chapter of the P180 family with the development of the new Avanti NX, featuring a new flight deck, interior and connectivity that will bring the P180 into the next era of technology and capabilities.