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Bahamasair Targets ATR Fleet Expansion Amid Supply Chain Delays

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Bahamasair, the national carrier of The Bahamas, is working to resolve supply chain delays impacting the servicing of its ATR fleet. The airline expects one of its three grounded ATRs to return to service this week, with the remaining two anticipated to be operational by early 2025. These delays are attributed to challenges in securing necessary parts and completing engine work.

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L’Odyssey to Launch Nîmes Flights with Wet-Leased ATR72-600 in 2025

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L’Odyssey, a regional airline based in France, has announced plans to launch seasonal flights from Nîmes starting in May 2025. The flights, which will operate through September 2025, will utilize a wet-leased ATR72-600, enhancing connectivity for the region during the busy summer period.

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Nordic Aviation Capital Sells ATR42-500 to DAT

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Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC), a leading lessor based in Ireland, has completed the sale of an ATR42-500 airframe to DAT (Danish Air Transport), a regional airline based in Denmark. This transaction highlights NAC’s ongoing efforts to optimize its portfolio while supporting operators in enhancing their regional capabilities.

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Half of PIA Fleet Grounded Due to Parts Shortage

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Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is facing operational challenges with 17 of its 34 aircraft grounded due to a critical shortage of spare parts. The grounded fleet includes seven Boeing 777s, seven Airbus A320s, and three ATRs, significantly impacting the airline’s capacity to maintain its scheduled operations.

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Cambodia Angkor Air to Add Three ATR72-600s, Rebranding as Air Cambodia

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ATR has confirmed the addition of three ATR72-600 aircraft to the fleet of Cambodia Angkor Air, which will officially rebrand as Air Cambodia on January 1, 2025. These aircraft, financed by HNCA Aviation Financial Leasing Co. (China), are part of a leasing agreement, with deliveries scheduled throughout 2025.

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Air Antilles to Reinstate ATR and DHC6 Aircraft for High Season

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Air Antilles (Guadeloupe) has announced plans to bolster its fleet by reintroducing two ATR aircraft — an ATR72 and an ATR42 — and a DHC6 back into operations starting December 20, 2024. This strategic move aims to strengthen the airline’s network and service offerings during the high-demand travel season.