HondaJet gets new upgrade package

Honda Aircraft Company announced the HondaJet APMG S, a new performance upgrade package for owners and operators of HondaJet Classic and HondaJet APMG (Advanced Performance Modification Group) aircraft. The APMG S package brings the spirit of continuous improvement to early production HondaJets, providing owners the opportunity to upgrade their aircraft with technical innovations introduced on more recent iterations of the platform, such as the HondaJet Elite S. Honda Aircraft Company will offer the APMG S modifications package through the company’s Greensboro Service Center as well as its global network of 21 Authorized Service Centers. Moreover, the company has already modified several pre-owned HondaJet aircraft with APMG S upgrades, which are available through its pre-owned aircraft program. The HondaJet APMG S upgrade package includes avionics software and hardware that deliver faster processing speeds and enable future innovation across the legacy HondaJet fleet. These enhancements also bring key features from the HondaJet Elite S – such as the Advanced Steering Augmentation System (ASAS) – to a wider portion of the fleet. These advancements support handling precision and expand crosswind capability. As part of the HondaJet APMG S modifications, owners and operators also gain access to a 300-pound increase in Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) over the unmodified legacy HondaJet. This enhancement enables operators to access an expanded range of useful loads. Operators also gain Graphical Weight and Balance features, enabling pilots to input loading and fuel data to estimate takeoff and landing weights. “Honda Aircraft Company has challenged itself to provide our customers with top-level performance from the time the very first HondaJet rolled off the production line,” said Amod Kelkar, Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer and Large Project Leader for HondaJet Echelon. “As we approach the tenth anniversary of our first HondaJet delivery, we are excited to provide our customers the opportunity to upgrade their aircraft with the advanced technology and performance of more recent iterations of the award-winning HondaJet. We are also pleased to offer multiple interior refurbishment options to further enhance aircraft receiving APMG S modifications at our Greensboro Service Center in order to build on aircraft asset value and ownership appeal. By combining these service items, we can economise labour and downtime for our valued customers.” The APMG S modifications package has been certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as of the time of publication for installation on aircraft registered in the United States of America, with foreign certification planned to follow. Tecnam unveils P2008JC NG training aircraft (IMAGE: Tecnam) Tecnam has launched P2008JC NG training aircraft. Certified to EASA CS-23 airworthiness standards, the P2008JC NG integrates a Rotax 912 iSc fuel-injected engine with a robust, safety-centric airframe. Moving to the CS-23 category places the P2008JC NG in the highest safety tier for General Aviation aircraft, offering Flight Training Organisations (FTOs) an asset with superior certification margins, operational flexibility, and long-term value, all while delivering unparalleled economic efficiency. The transition to the Rotax 912 iSc engine is a game-changer for both operational costs and environmental impact. Drastic Cost Reduction: With a fuel consumption of just 14 litres/hour (3.7 USG/h) and the ability to use a wide range of automotive fuels, the P2008JC NG significantly lowers hourly operating costs compared to heritage AvGas powered competitors. A Greener Choice: This efficiency directly translates to sustainability. By burning up to 30% less fuel than legacy trainers, the P2008JC NG drastically cuts CO2 emissions, allowing flight schools to offer a cleaner, more eco-conscious path to a pilot license. To prepare students for a career in modern commercial aviation, the P2008JC NG features a state-of-the-art Garmin G3X Touch glass cockpit. “The P2008JC NG represents a significant leap in training safety. By certifying to the latest CS-23 Amendment 6 standards, we have enhanced the aircraft’s safety characteristics specifically at very low speeds—the typical mission profile for ab-initio training,” says Giovanni Pascale Langer, Managing Director at Tecnam. “We needed an aircraft that works hard, consumes little, and inspires confidence. This is the only trainer on the market that combines superior safety of CS-23, state-of-the-art avionics, and the unbeatable efficiency of modern injection technology.” For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Kay Rolland at [email protected]