The story
The Piaggio P.180 Avanti is unmistakable — pusher props, forward canards, a laminar flow fuselage, and a sound like no other aircraft in the sky. Designed in Italy, it's faster than most turboprops and nearly as quick as some light jets, all while burning less fuel.
The Avanti's buzz-saw sound comes from its pusher propellers spinning through the turbine exhaust: love it or hate it, you'll never miss one flying over.
Quick answers
How do you identify a P.180 Avanti?
Unmistakable: pusher propellers behind the wing, forward canard, T-tail. Looks like it's flying backwards.
What does a P.180 Avanti sound like?
Pusher turboprops make a loud, high-pitched buzz outside, while the cabin, with the props behind it, stays unusually quiet.
How fast is the P.180 Avanti?
Top speed is 395 kts.
How many passengers does the P.180 Avanti carry?
Up to 9. A typical layout is 7 (executive).
How far can the P.180 Avanti fly?
Range is about 1,510 nmi.
How big is the P.180 Avanti?
It is 47 ft 3 in long and 46 ft 1 in across the wings.
When did the P.180 Avanti first fly?
Its first flight was in 1986.
How many P.180 Avantis have been built?
240+ built.
How rare is a P.180 Avanti in Bogey?
UNCOMMON. Not rare, but not every day either. Worth looking up for. Your first P.180 Avanti catch is worth 50 points.
