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Rome, Italy, Nov. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blackshape, an Italian aircraft design and manufacturer (part of Angel Holding), will be a major participant in Air Expo Abu Dhabi, an important international event for the aviation industry. , from 19 to 21 November 2024. For the first time in the UAE, Blackshape will display the fully assembled Gabriel BK160-200 model at its stand 440, an advanced and versatile aircraft that embodies Italian excellence and technological innovation. Founded in Monopoli (Bari, Italy), Blackshape is known for its “Made in Italy” design quality and cutting-edge technology, earning it popularity among pilots and aviation enthusiasts around the world. With more than 100 aircraft in production, Blackshape excels in the use of composite materials to create stylish, high-performance aircraft that meet the needs of the civil, military and recreational markets. The Gabriel BK160-200 is a fully composite, piston-engined, two-seat aircraft with retractable landing gear, fully certified by both EASA and FAA. Its versatility makes it ideal for basic flight training for both civilian and military pilots, as well as for private and recreational use. Available in AVGAS and MOGAS versions, Gabriél offers an advanced and flexible solution that meets performance and sustainability standards. As part of its participation in the Airshow, the Gabriel BK160-200 aircraft will make a flight of more than 4,000 kilometers from Italy to the United Arab Emirates, piloted by the company’s chief pilot, symbolizing Blackshape’s ambition and pioneering spirit. This impressive flight is also a true demonstration of the aircraft’s reliability and long-distance performance. In addition to the Gabriél, Blackshape manufactures the Prime, a two-seat ultralight aircraft, also made of composite materials. Approved by aviation authorities in many countries, Prime is loved by pilots and aviation enthusiasts for its agility and high performance.
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“We are delighted to showcase the Gabriél BK160-200 for the first time at this event and to see our engineering and manufacturing excellence recognized in a region that always values pioneering technology and innovation,” said Niccolò Cerrone, CEO of Blackshape. “This engagement represents a strategic step to strengthen our presence in international markets and position Blackshape’s Gabriel, along with future developments, as a reference platform for basic/primary flight training.”
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