ATR 72 news
Here we gather what the specialist press publishes about ATR 72: 63 stories collected since July 24, 2026, newest first and always linking to the outlet that published them. The list updates itself as new pieces come in. The recurring topics are Civil aviation, Industry, Accidents.
September 3, 2026
Indian airline FLY91 formalized today the purchase of 40 ATR 72-600 aircraft valued at around US$1 billion. The agreement states that aircraft deliveries will begin…
Indian airline FLY91 formalized today the purchase of 40 ATR 72-600 aircraft valued at around US$1 billion. Under the agreement, deliveries of the aircraft will begin in late 2027 and be completed…
Indian regional carrier FLY91 has placed a firm order for 40 ATR 72-600 aircraft in a deal valued… The post FLY91 places $1 billion order for 40 ATR 72-600s, largest in nearly a decade appeared…
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FLY91 and ATR have announced an agreement for 40 ATR 72-600 aircraft, valued at approximately US$1 billion. The deal represents ATR’s largest firm order in almost a decade and the biggest ever…
The KEPPLAIR 72 prototype has completed its first flights in Toulouse. Converting the ATR 72 into a water bomber aims for EASA certification in 2027.
Aircraft lessor Abelo has completed the delivery of three brand-new ATR 72-600 aircraft to Bangladesh-based Air Astra, supporting the airline’s fleet expansion and its plans to strengthen domestic…
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September 2, 2026
Kepplair Evolution has received the first ATR 72 it will convert into a multi-role firefighting aircraft. Kepplair Evolution is one of the French companies that have bet on converting ATR planes…
Kepplair expects the converted aircraft to fly in January 2027 and is seeking European certification within the same year
French company Kepplair Evolution has taken delivery of a first used ATR 72-212, which will be converted into a firefighting aircraft. Two test flights were carried out before the modification…
The first prototype took off in France to begin its test phase. The final design will include medical evacuation and cargo transport options.
The first prototype took off in France to begin its test phase. The final design will include medical evacuation and cargo transport options.
September 1, 2026
Kepplair Evolution has completed the first pre-modification flight of its ATR 72 prototype, formally launching the flight-test programme for the KEPPLAIR 72 multi-role firefighting aircraft. The…
Having arrived in Toulouse in early August, the first Kepplair Evolution ATR 72 prototype has just completed its first pre-modification flight, a key milestone that officially launches the test…
Kepplair plans to fly the converted aircraft in January 2027 and secure European certification later in the year
Kepplair Evolution has begun flight testing with the first KEPPLAIR 72 prototype. The aircraft, based on the ATR 72, flew twice in Toulouse still without its conversion…
French firm expects to obtain supplemental type certification for modification in 2027. Toulouse-based Kepplair Evolution will shortly begin the conversion of an ATR 72 twin-turboprop into a new…
The Indian regional carrier currently operates six ATR 72-600s and plans to reach a fleet of 30 aircraft serving more than 50 cities
August 31, 2026
Indian regional carrier currently operates six ATR 72-600s and plans to build a 30-aircraft fleet serving more than 50 cities
August 28, 2026
The state airline of Equatorial Guinea plans to acquire six new ATR 72-600s. According to the newspaper Diario Rombe, Ceiba Intercontinental and the manufacturer have reached a…
August 26, 2026
Air Algérie wants to rely more heavily on foreign providers for extensive maintenance work. To that end, the airline has launched an international tender to preselect…
August 25, 2026
Due to its institutional structure, personnel and ties to the FAC, Satena has features that set it apart from a conventional commercial airline.
Air Astra has taken delivery of another brand-new ATR 72-600, expanding its fleet to five aircraft. The plane, registered S2-STE, has 72 seats and…
August 24, 2026
Chadian private airline Royal Airways has acquired its first ATR 72-500, adding a new aircraft type to its fleet. This 19-year-old aircraft, registered […]…
August 18, 2026
Kepplair Evolution has taken delivery of its first ATR 72 for conversion into a firefighting aircraft. The aircraft is a freight prototype supplied by ACIA Aero Capital. Aerotec &…
Satena is advancing its fleet expansion with the arrival in Colombia of two aircraft intended for different roles within its network: a new DHC-6-400 Twin Otter, focused on…
August 14, 2026
Colombia's SATENA strengthens its operational capacity with the arrival of two aircraft designed to serve corridors with varying demand and infrastructure.
Colombian airline SATENA strengthens its operational capacity with the arrival of two aircraft aimed at serving routes with varying demand and infrastructure.
August 13, 2026
Long before the crash of the ATR 72 that killed 62 people, Voepass was known to have maintenance and de-icing problems. Even so, according to findings by Brazil's federal police, no consistent…
August 7, 2026
Investigation points to chronic failure in the de-icing system, procedural violations and a “culture of... The post Federal Police Charges Voepass Owner and 15 Others Over ATR 72 Crash…
French company Positive Aviation reached an important milestone in the development of the FF72-X1, its new amphibious firefighting aircraft based on the ATR 72 regional turboprop. The company…