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Kepplair targets 2027 certification for ATR 72 firefighting conversion

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French firm Kepplair is preparing an ATR 72 conversion for aerial firefighting and expects to obtain supplemental type certification for the modification in 2027. The project would adapt the turboprop platform for a specialized mission, subject to certification approval.

Discovered 2026-09-01T07:21:15.305927-07:00 | 2026-09-01T07:21:15.305927-07:00

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  • The project signals continued development of specialized firefighting aircraft based on the ATR 72 platform.
  • A supplemental type certification target in 2027 establishes the key regulatory milestone for bringing the conversion into service.
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