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Avation converts five ATR 72-600 options, takes ATR orderbook to 54

Singapore-based lessor Avation has exercised purchase rights for five ATR 72-600 turboprops under its long-term framework agreement, with deliveries scheduled in 2028–29. The deal raises Avation's total ATR commitments to 54 net firm aircraft placed over the past 15 years.

2026-03-17T01:30:22.477315-07:00

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SUM Air granted AOC, aims for 25-strong ATR fleet

2026-03-16T17:38:19.497234-07:00

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Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental

2026-03-13T04:18:44.438976-07:00

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BEA: ATR 72-600 stick‑shaker activated on rotation after attempted aborted takeoff — Loganair Jersey–Southampton

2026-03-10T01:38:21.810082-07:00

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Avation converts five ATR 72-600 options, takes ATR orderbook to 54 Singapore-based lessor Avation has exercised purchase rights for five ATR 72-600 turboprops under its long-term framework agreement, with deliveries scheduled in 2028–29. The deal raises Avation's total ATR commitments to 54 net firm aircraft placed over the past 15 years.

2026-03-17T01:30:22.477315-07:00

Avation converts five ATR 72-600 options, takes ATR orderbook to 54

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SUM Air granted AOC, aims for 25-strong ATR fleet SUM Air has been granted an air operator certificate and is preparing to commence operations, targeting a 25-aircraft ATR fleet as it scales up. The approval removes a key regulatory hurdle and paves the way for planned fleet deliveries and service launches.

2026-03-16T17:38:19.497234-07:00

SUM Air granted AOC, aims for 25-strong ATR fleet

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Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental Equatorial Guinea is exploring acquisition of ATR72-600 turboprops for flag carrier CEIBA Intercontinental. The move signals a potential regional fleet renewal to support short-haul connectivity and replace ageing equipment, with details on quantity, financing and delivery timing yet to be disclosed.

2026-03-13T04:18:44.438976-07:00

Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental

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BEA: ATR 72-600 stick‑shaker activated on rotation after attempted aborted takeoff — Loganair Jersey–Southampton French investigators report an ATR 72-600's stick‑shaker activated on rotation after the crew apparently tried to abort the takeoff on a Loganair Jersey–Southampton flight on 19 February. The BEA, citing preliminary information from UK counterparts, says the monitoring pilot was involved in the event.

2026-03-10T01:38:21.810082-07:00

BEA: ATR 72-600 stick‑shaker activated on rotation after attempted aborted takeoff — Loganair Jersey–Southampton

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ATR72-600 in military colours delivered to Benghazi; ownership and role unconfirmed An ATR72-600 has been delivered to Benghazi, Libya, painted in military colours; ownership, operator and intended role remain unconfirmed. The arrival of a commercial turboprop in military livery raises immediate questions about registration, sourcing and the transparency of regional aircraft transfers.

2026-03-06T02:20:03.691468-08:00

ATR72-600 in military colours delivered to Benghazi; ownership and role unconfirmed

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UK investigators urge ATR probe into unexplained dual‑PFD electrical failures on ATR 42‑500 after Loganair incident UK investigators have urged ATR to investigate unexplained electrical failures affecting primary flight displays on ATR 42‑500 models after a Loganair ATR 42‑500 (G‑LMRC) lost multiple flight‑deck displays during climb 14 nm northeast of Aberdeen on 27 August 2022. The AAIB report says the cause remains unresolved and recommends industry examination.

2026-03-05T03:31:46.230521-08:00

UK investigators urge ATR probe into unexplained dual‑PFD electrical failures on ATR 42‑500 after Loganair incident

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Green Africa Airways takes delivery of first ATR 72-600 to boost regional network Green Africa Airways has taken delivery of its first ATR 72-600 turboprop, beginning a fleet refresh to expand short‑haul regional services across West and Central Africa. The handover adds immediate capacity for regional routes and is the airline's first operation of the -600 variant.

2026-02-24T05:50:45.272970-08:00

Green Africa Airways takes delivery of first ATR 72-600 to boost regional network

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Japan Air Commuter to receive two ATR 72-600s from late Q4 2026 Japan Air Commuter will take delivery of two ATR 72-600 turboprops from late Q4 2026, according to ch-aviation. The pair are scheduled for handover in the final quarter of 2026 and will join the carrier's regional short‑haul fleet.

2026-02-22T16:06:32.249330-08:00

Japan Air Commuter to receive two ATR 72-600s from late Q4 2026

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Avation converts five ATR 72-600 options, takes ATR orderbook to 54

SUM Air granted AOC, aims for 25-strong ATR fleet

Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental

BEA: ATR 72-600 stick‑shaker activated on rotation after attempted aborted takeoff — Loganair Jersey–Southampton

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