Leasing Firm Expands Turboprop Fleet For Regional Route Operations
Aircraft leasing firm Avation has decided to exercise purchase rights for five ATR 72-600 aircraft, expected to be delivered in 2028 and 2029. This move builds on the company’s original order book from 2011 and a follow-up firm order in 2024. Avation’s Executive Chairman, Jeff Chatfield, highlighted the ATR 72-600 as an ideal platform for regional route operations. The deal will bring Avation’s total ATR turboprop fleet to 54 aircraft, with 27 currently in operation worldwide. The announcement was made by ATR, as reported by AeroTime.