EBACE: Piaggio begins sales push to Egyptian market with new agent

The Italian headquartered company is announcing at EBACE in Geneva today, that is has appointed Alkan Air, the Cairo based charter operator and service centre,as the official Egyptian agent for the sale of Piaggio Aero P.180 Avanti II aircraft.
Alkan Air will focus on the promotion and sale of the Avanti aircraft throughout Egypt. and will demonstrate it by adding an Avanti to its charter fleet.
Awad Dargham, General Manager of Alkan Air said “I am pleased to announce this agreement between ourselves and Piaggio Aero. We have always been aware of the Avanti's suitability for our market and I am delighted that we now have the opportunity to not only operate the aircraft but, also to help other operators in the region to discover the many benefits of this excellent aircraft. As we continue to grow and stay at the forefront of aviation in our region I look forward to operating the aircraft as part of our fleet. I anticipate a long and successful partnership with Piaggio Aero.”
Piaggio's deputy general manager and chief commercial officer Giuliano Felten said: “We have chosen this company because it is the leader in air services in Egypt and we appreciate the way they manage this business in their country. Thanks to the Alkan Air’s knowledge and experience in the Egyptian market, Piaggio Aero will be able to effectively approach this emerging North African market and learn more about the opportunities and benefits to grow its business there”.
The Avanti II is the world’s fastest turboprop aircraft, offering outstanding performance and a comprehensive specification that meets the demands of the Egyptian market.

With a maximum speed of 402kts /745kph and a range of about 1500 nautical miles, the aircraft is well suited for both long and short distance trips and runways. Its full stand up cabin, the biggest in its class of mid-size jets and twin turboprops by far, provides an airy, comfortable and serene flight environment for its passengers aided by, its low cabin noise and sea level pressurization up to 24,000 feet.