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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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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.

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ATR Halts Development of ATR42-600S STOL to Focus on Existing Product Competitiveness

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ATR has announced that it will discontinue the development of its ATR42-600S STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing)variant to prioritize enhancing the competitiveness of its existing product lineup. The decision reflects ATR’s commitment to focusing resources on bolstering its current product portfolio, which includes the ATR42 and ATR72 series. This strategic shift underscores ATR’s adaptability in responding to market dynamics and…

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TransVerde Airlines Seeks $15M to Launch Cabo Verde Domestic Operations

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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…