Agusta 109E Performance & Operations
Interested to know what operator experience is of real life performance of the 109 Power in corporate configuration/operations, in particular the following areas:
(a) Realistic fast cruise speed at max and mid weights
(b) Typical payload - how many POB with full fuel
(c) Endurance at fast cruise with say 20% VFR reserve
(d) Pros/cons of Elite version
(e) Any options considered essential
(f) Maintenance man hours/flying hour
(g) Comments on reliability ref unscheduled maintenance/defects
(h) Agusta parts supply
Any comments appreciated!