TransVerde Airlines, a new carrier in Cabo Verde, is actively seeking $15 million through a mix of equity and debt financing to fund the launch of its domestic passenger and cargo operations. The airline, led by founder and president Rui Lima, plans to operate with three leased ATR42/72 aircraft. Brookfield Aviation Finance from the UK is advising TransVerde on securing the necessary funding, which will…
Madagascar Airlines is enhancing its operational fleet this week with the addition of three aircraft, boosting its capacity to serve domestic and regional routes. The first of these additions is a repaired ATR with serial number 1248, which is now back in service. Joining this aircraft is a Q400 leased from CemAir, a South African airline, which will serve as a…
Motu Link Airline, a new carrier based in French Polynesia, is preparing for its planned early 2025 launch by seeking $3.4 million to fund the purchase of its first aircraft, an ATR72-500F. This funding will be raised through a bond loan, amortizable over a period of 90 months at an 11% interest rate. The ATR72-500F, a reliable model suited for regional operations, will be the…
FedEx Feeder, a subsidiary of FedEx focused on regional cargo operations, has taken delivery of a new ATR72-600F, serial number 1764, operated by Swiftair (Spain). This addition, powered by PW127M engines, bolsters FedEx’s fleet, supporting its mission of efficient and reliable cargo transport across regional routes.
Rise Air, a Canadian regional carrier, is set to enhance its fleet with the addition of three ATR72-600 aircraft, each equipped with PW127XT engines. The first ATR72-600 is on firm order with ATR, the aircraft manufacturer, and is expected to be delivered by the end of 2025. Rise Air also plans to lease two additional ATR72-600s, scheduled for delivery…
Cambodia Angkor Air has expanded its fleet with the recent delivery of an ATR72-500 aircraft, identified by serial number 890. Equipped with PW127M engines, the ATR72-500 is expected to bolster Cambodia Angkor Air’s regional capabilities, providing efficient and reliable service across short-haul routes within Southeast Asia.
LaneXang, a regional airline based in Laos, has expanded its fleet with the recent delivery of an ATR72-500, serial number 906. Equipped with PW127M engines, this new aircraft addition is set to strengthen LaneXang’s operational capabilities across its regional routes.
NyxAir, an Estonian airline, has announced the availability of an ATR72-500F for various leasing and charter arrangements, including short- and long-term wet leases, full charter services, and dry lease options. This versatile ATR72-500F freighter is well-suited for flexible cargo operations, addressing the growing demand for regional freight solutions across Europe and beyond.
Madagascar Airlines is set to expand its fleet with the upcoming addition of two ATR72 aircraft—a 500 and a 600 model—expected by the end of 2024. These aircraft are leased and will significantly enhance the airline’s regional capabilities, supporting its strategy to improve connectivity within Madagascar and neighboring regions. While initially scheduled for earlier delivery,…
Blue Islands, a regional airline based in the Channel Islands, is actively recruiting Direct Entry Type Rated Captains for its ATR 72-600 fleet. Operating approximately 900 flights monthly between Guernsey, Jersey, the UK, and Europe, Blue Islands plays a vital role in maintaining connectivity for the Channel Islands.
