Kepplair secures first ATR72 prototype for firefighting conversion, targeting first drop tests late 2026 and certification in sp
French startup Kepplair says it has secured its first ATR72 (ATR72-600-based) prototype for aerial firefighting conversion testing. It plans initial water-dropping trials by year-end and aims for certification in spring 2027, positioning the program as a faster pathway to replace aging Canadair fleets for wildfire seasons.
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