Partenavia P68 vs Tecnam P2006T

The Partenavia P.68 and Tecnam P2006T are high-wing piston twins — the P.68 a roomy fixed-gear survey/utility twin, the P2006T a modern lightweight Rotax twin.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle

Partenavia P68

For sale now: 18
Median asking: $180,000
Range: $124,474–$492,680
Model years available: 1973–2020

Tecnam P2006T

For sale now: 8
Model years available: 2007–2026

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)	Partenavia P68	Tecnam P2006T
All events	11	3
Serious	6	0
Fatal	3	0
Fatalities	7	0
% Fatal	27%	0%

View full Partenavia P68 NTSB record →View full Tecnam P2006T NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model	Partenavia P68	Tecnam P2006T
	View 3 listings → Median $180,000	View 8 listings → Median $530,000
Price Range	$124,474 – $492,680	$294,541 – $665,900
Category	Multi Engine Piston	Multi Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats	6	4
Horsepower	200 HP	100 HP
Cruise Speed	160 kts (296 km/h)	140 kts (259 km/h)
Range	1,103 nm (2,043 km)	742 nm (1,374 km)
Service Ceiling	19,000 ft (5,791 m)	14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Max Gross Weight	4,594 lbs (2,084 kg)	2,712 lbs (1,230 kg)
Useful Load	1,700 lbs (771 kg)	900 lbs (408 kg)
Fuel Burn	18.0 GPH (68 L/h)	10.0 GPH (38 L/h)
Engines	2 x Piston	2 x Piston

Which Should You Buy: Partenavia P68 or Tecnam P2006T?

Bottom line: Choose the Tecnam P2006T for the lowest-cost modern twin (Rotax economy, retractable); choose the Partenavia P.68 for more cabin, payload and survey/observation capability (great visibility, fixed gear). P2006T = economy/modern; P.68 = cabin/utility/visibility.

Pick the P68 if…

Budget matters — from $124,474 vs $294,541, you save ~$170,067.
More seats — 6 vs 4.
Faster cruise — 160 kts vs 140 kts.
Longer range — 1103 nm vs 742 nm.

Pick the P2006T if…

More inventory — 8 listings vs 3.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Partenavia P68 or Tecnam P2006T?

It depends on your mission and budget. The P68 cruises at 160 kts with 1,103 nm range. The P2006T cruises at 140 kts with 742 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.

How do prices compare?

Partenavia P68: from $145,944. Tecnam P2006T: from $549,500. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.

What's the difference between Partenavia P68 and Tecnam P2006T?

Seats: 6 vs 4. Cruise: 160 vs 140 kts. Range: 1103 vs 742 nm.

Which is cheaper to operate per hour?

Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.

Which has more seats and useful load?

P68: 6 seats / 1,700 lb useful load. P2006T: 4 seats / 900 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.

How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?

Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.

Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.

Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data