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KF Aerospace Acquires Third ATR 72-500 For Purolator Contract

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KF Aerospace has taken delivery of its third and final ATR 72-500 as part of the company’s recently renewed ten-year contract with Canadian courier Purolator. The aircraft, built in 2002 and registered under MSN 685 (ex-FlyCAA), will undergo modification into a large-cargo-door freighter, strengthening KF Aerospace’s specialized express cargo operations.

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Air Mauritius Expands Regional Fleet With ATR 72-600

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Air Mauritius has strengthened its regional fleet with the arrival of an additional ATR 72-600, leased and named Les Mascareignes, which replaces an older ATR 72-500. The aircraft is certified for Extended Twin Engine Operations Performance Standards (ETOPS) and will depart from Toulouse next week, routing via Luxor, Nairobi, and Nosy Bebefore reaching Mauritius.

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Madagascar Airlines Expands Fleet with Sixth ATR 72-500

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Madagascar Airlines, the national carrier of Madagascar, has bolstered its regional operations with the addition of a new ATR 72-500. This latest acquisition brings the airline’s total ATR fleet to six, underscoring its commitment to enhancing connectivity across the island nation and neighboring regions.

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MASwings to Transfer Ownership to Sarawak Government by End of 2024

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MASwings, a Malaysian regional airline, is set to transition its ownership to the Sarawak regional government by December 31, 2024. This move involves a formal sale from Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), marking a significant milestone in the airline’s operational history. The ownership transfer process is expected to span nine months following the sale.

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Madagascar Airlines Anticipates ATR72 Deliveries by Year-End

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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,…