Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe Flybridge 66fromASTILLEROS ASTONDOAis a contemporarymotor yachtcrafted on a robustfiberglass and plasticplatform with a Deep Vee hull for confident, swift cruising. Presented by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales, it balances speed, space, and refined design by Cristiano Gatto.
Selecting a Flybridge 66
Choosing the Flybridge 66 means prioritizing performance and livability: a 66 ft (20.12 m) footprint with a 17 ft (5.28 m) beam, agile handling from its Deep Vee by Astondoa Group, and long‑weekend readiness with generous fuel and water capacities. As a motor yachtwith afiberglass and plastichull, it suits owners seeking reliable diesel inboard power, contemporary interiors, and guest‑friendly accommodations while keeping a dedicated crew space.
Features of the Model
- Performance envelope: 24 kn cruise and up to 31 kn top speed (approximately 27.62 mph and 35.67 mph)
- Hull and ride: Deep Vee geometry by Astondoa Group for composed running
- Materials: fiberglass and plastichull with fiberglass decks
- Power: Twin (2) Man Turbo Diesel, inboard, diesel propulsion
- Interior: Cristiano Gatto design with practical layout
- Accommodations: up to 8 accommodation capacity, 6 berths, 3 heads
- Crew: 1 crew cabin with 2 berths
- Capacities: 955 gal fuel and 265 gal fresh water
- Category: motor yachtfor versatile private cruising
Technical Specifications
- Length overall (LOA): 66 ft (20.12 m)
- Beam: 17 ft (5.28 m)
- Draft: min 15.857 ft (4.8333 m) / max 17.498 ft (5.3333 m)
- Speed: cruise 24 kn (27.62 mph) / max 31 kn (35.67 mph)
- Gross tonnage: 68 GT
- Engines: 2 × Man Turbo Diesel
- Engine type / fuel: Inboard / Diesel
- Hull configuration: Deep Vee
- Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- Hull designer: Astondoa Group
- Interior designer: Cristiano Gatto
- Accommodation capacity: 8
- Sleeps: 6
- Heads: 3
- Crew cabins / beds: 1 / 2
- Fuel capacity: 955 gal
- Water capacity: 265 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to arrange a showing or discuss specifications of the Flybridge 66byASTILLEROS ASTONDOA, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through options and next steps to secure the yacht that meets your plans.
Questions and Answers
- Q: What type of yacht is the Flybridge 66? A: It is amotor yachtwith afiberglass and plastichull, designed for private cruising with performance and comfort.
- Q: What is the performance of the model? A: Performancefigures include a 24‑knot cruise (about 27.62 mph) and a 31‑knot top speed (about 35.67 mph).
- Q: How many guests can it accommodate? A: Accommodationcapacity is 8, withsleepsfor 6 and3 heads; crew space includes 1 cabin with 2 beds.
- Q: Who handled the design? A: Designcredits go to Astondoa Group for the Deep Vee hull and Cristiano Gatto for the interior.
- Q: What powers the yacht? A: Enginesare twin Man Turbo Diesel units withinboardinstallation usingdieselfuel, delivering capable and efficient propulsion.
Owner Experience Review
Owners gravitate to the Flybridge 66fromASTILLEROS ASTONDOAfor hands-on family cruising that can scale to crewed operation or boutique charters. It remains a popular owner‑operator choice for weekend leisure because it delivers the liveability of a larger yacht while still being manageable at the helm. Day entertaining and light charter are common use cases, leveraging the large flybridge, outdoor galley, foredeck sunpads and multiple social zones; tender‑garage and crew‑cabin options expand flexibility for skippered trips.
On the water, brokers and testers describe confident handling in moderate seas with a notably stable feel from the 5.3 m (≈17.3 ft) beam. The planing deep‑V runs with a substantial, planted character, staying composed through wakes and chop, and the flybridge helm offers very good sightlines. Reported cruise is typically around 24–26 knots with a top end near 30–31 knots, depending on whether the boat is specified with Volvo Penta IPS pods or MAN shaft drives.
On board, owners and reviewers point to a bright, voluminous salon with large side glazing and a family‑friendly layout: a full‑beam owner’s suite amidships plus up to three guest cabins for a 4‑cabin/3‑head arrangement. The configurable flybridge and the cockpit‑to‑swim‑platform flow create multiple gathering areas that work well for hosting. Maintenance expectations align with other 60–70 ft flybridge yachts, and there is no single model‑wide failure trend reported; however, because ASTILLEROS ASTONDOAoffers extensive customization, as‑fitted system routing and equipment vary by hull, and service planning and operating costs will differ with the chosen propulsion package.
Pros and Cons
- Versatile usage: owner‑operator family cruising, crewed operation, and boutique charter are all commonly reported.
- Confident, composed handling with a deep‑V hull, a notably stable 5.3 m beam, and very good flybridge helm sightlines.
- Bright, spacious interior with a common 4‑cabin/3‑head layout including a full‑beam owner suite and multiple social zones on the large flybridge.
- Extensive customization means system routing and equipment can vary hull to hull, requiring thorough survey and documentation review.
- Service complexity and costs depend on propulsion choice (Volvo Penta IPS pods versus MAN shafts), so maintenance planning is critical.
- Reported top speeds around 30–31 knots may not satisfy buyers seeking higher performance.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flybridge 66 | 66' 0" (20.12 m) | 17' 0" (5.28 m) | 15' 10" (4.83 m) – 17' 6" (5.33 m) | 24 kn / 31 kn | 68 |
| N/A | 106' 0" (32.31 m) | 23' 0" (7.26 m) | 24' 11" (7.58 m) | 16 kn / 24 kn | 180 |
| 100 Century | 100' 0" (30.48 m) | 22' 0" (6.81 m) | 19' 5" (5.92 m) – 21' 7" (6.58 m) | 22 kn / 24 kn | - |
| 96 GLX | 95' 0" (29 m) | 22' 0" (6.82 m) | 7' 3" (2.20 m) | 20 kn / 26 kn | 168 |
| AS8 Flybridge | 82' 0" (24.99 m) | 19' 0" (5.99 m) | - | 32 kn | - |
| 80 GLX | 81' 0" (24.79 m) | 19' 0" (5.97 m) | - | - | - |
| 80 Flybridge | 80' 0" (24.38 m) | 19' 0" (5.99 m) | 17' 9" (5.42 m) | 36 kn / 32 kn | - |
| 82 GLX | 78' 0" (23.95 m) | 20' 0" (6.18 m) | 5' 7" (1.70 m) | 18 kn / 26 kn | - |
| 76 GLX | 76' 0" (23.16 m) | 20' 0" (6.10 m) | 17' 3" (5.25 m) | 22 kn / 34 kn | - |
| 72 GLX | 72' 0" (21.95 m) | 18' 0" (5.69 m) | 14' 9" (4.50 m) | 20 kn / 26 kn | - |
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