The prototype P.68 first flew in 1970 and the first production model was the P.68 Victor (14 built) which had a length of 29’8"(9.04m) and was a six seater. The improved P.68B entered production in 1974 and was superseded by the P.68C (150+ built) in 1979. The P.68C had a length of 31’4"(9.55m) and a maximum take-off weight of 4387lb(1991kg). The longer nose of the P.68C housed weather radar and extra avionics; it also had redesigned wheel fairings and extra fuel for a range of 1390miles(2236km). Several examples of the P.68 have been assembled in India. It is a light utility twin with a fixed undercarriage and has proven popular with air taxi operators worldwide.

G-BCPO                     c/n 27                        Italy

7 seat light aircraft first flown in 1972

Engines: 2x 200hp(149kW) Lycoming IO-360-A                                                                                Length: 30’2"(9.19m)                                                                                            Height: 11’2"(3.4m)Wingspan: 39’4.5"(12.0m)                                                                                              No.built: 190 Range: 1045miles(1681km)                                                             Cruising speed: 175mph(281kmh) Empty weight: 2778lb(1261kg)                                              Maximum take-off weight: 4321lb(1961kg)

Partenavia P.68B Side view 1/144 scale

Side view 1/108 scale

Side view 1/72