Gran Canaria-based CANAVIA Aviation Academy has confirmed a significant expansion of its training fleet through the acquisition of four Tecnam Next Generation aircraft, supporting its continued growth in airline pilot training operations.

The academy has ordered one Tecnam P2006T NG twin-engine aircraft and one P2008JC NG single-engine aircraft for delivery in 2027. These aircraft will join two additional P2008JC NG aircraft already scheduled for delivery before the end of 2026.

Upon completion of the deliveries, CANAVIA’s fleet will increase to 16 aircraft, marking another milestone in the organisation’s 17-year history of growth and expansion.

PREPARING STUDENTS FOR AIRLINE CAREERS

CANAVIA currently trains approximately 100 Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) students and continues to invest in modern training platforms designed to mirror contemporary airline operating environments.

The new Tecnam aircraft feature fully integrated glass-cockpit avionics, providing students with experience on systems commonly found in commercial aviation.

Mario Pons, Chief Executive Officer of CANAVIA Aviation Academy, said the new aircraft will play an important role in preparing students for airline careers.

“We provide not only ATPL training to get the licences and ratings, but also to prepare our students as future airline pilots, requiring top-tier technical skills to be developed,” said Pons.

“The new Tecnams, with fully integrated glass cockpits, will be a core part of fulfilling this requirement. With these new aircraft, CANAVIA will reach a fleet of 16 airplanes, supporting our non-stop increase of activity since we started 17 years ago.”

HIGH UTILISATION IN THE CANARY ISLANDS

Operating from a private aerodrome in the Canary Islands, CANAVIA benefits from favourable year-round flying conditions that support intensive flight training activity.

According to Tecnam, the academy records more than 1,000 flight hours annually per aircraft. Operations are supported by CANAVIA’s Approved Maintenance Service Center, which maintains the fleet and supports continuous training activity.

Walter Da Costa, Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer, said the academy’s utilisation rates demonstrate the importance of aircraft reliability within a high-volume training environment.

“Flying an aircraft for over 1,000 hours a year demands incredible robustness and reliability,” said Da Costa.

“We are honoured that Mario and his team continue to trust Tecnam’s Next Generation fleet—specifically the seamless transition between the P2008JC NG and the P2006T NG—to train their growing roster of 100 ATPL students.”

CONTINUED GROWTH FOR THE ACADEMY

Established 17 years ago, CANAVIA Aviation Academy is an EASA Approved Training Organisation (ATO) specialising in professional pilot training. The academy operates a modern glass-cockpit fleet and delivers year-round flight training from its Canary Islands base.

The latest fleet additions reflect the academy’s ongoing investment in training infrastructure as demand for professional pilot training continues to grow.