Piaggio P180 Avanti plane of the Guardia di Finanza. Closeup front view showing the unusual design of this aircraft with canard foreplanes.

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The Piaggio P180 Avanti is an unconventional design with the wings set behind the centre of gravity so as to maximise cabin space. The lift provided by the foreplanes keeps the aircraft in balance.

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Size: 4272px × 2938px
Location: Malta International Airport, Luqa, Malta
Photo credit: © Touch The Skies / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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