The Universidad de San Martín de Porres (USMP) in Peru has taken delivery of its first two Tecnam P2008JC MkII aircraft, strengthening the fleet used in its aeronautical sciences program. The high-wing, single-engine models are being incorporated into the universitys pilot training curriculum as primary trainers.
According to Tecnam and associated communications channels, the P2008JC MkII was selected for its combination of modern avionics, fuel-efficient Rotax engine, and suitability for ab initio training. The aircrafts configuration is intended to offer student pilots a stable platform for basic flight instruction while introducing them to contemporary cockpit systems similar to those used in commercial operations.
USMP already operates training assets including a Cessna 172S equipped with a Garmin G1000 suite and desktop simulators such as the Redbird TD2. The arrival of the two Tecnam P2008JC MkII expands the range of aircraft available to students and supports the universitys broader objective of aligning its training with current industry practices in general and commercial aviation.