Piaggio Avanti Owners Hold First U.S. Gathering in Galveston

NBAA-BACE 2026

Avanti Owners Hold First U.S. Gathering in Galveston

Piaggio previewed Avanti NX designs before taking the Evo to NBAA-BACE

Group of people on ramp, three aircraft behind — A total of 16 Avanti P.180 Evos flew in to the neighboring Henderson Executive Airport. © Piaggio Aerospace

October 16, 2026

The newly formed Piaggio Owners and Pilots Association (PAPA) held its inaugural meeting in Galveston, Texas, earlier this month. During the three-day event, owners, operators, pilots, and their family members joined Piaggio Aerospace personnel, who led presentations and sessions. Sixteen Avantis flew into nearby Scholes International Airport (KGLS) for the event, including Piaggio’s own P.180 Avanti Evo, which the manufacturer is displaying at NBAA-BACE 2026.

Although PAPA was set up as an independent group to serve a U.S.-based community of Avanti owner-operators, Piaggio itself was highly engaged with the event. “The gathering provided an excellent opportunity to meet fellow P.180 owners, exchange experiences and operational knowledge, share ideas, and strengthen connections,” the company stated. The six members of the OEM’s delegation included representatives from aftermarket, marketing, and communications departments.

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