Jambojet, the low-cost carrier based in Kenya, has announced plans to add three leased De Havilland Canada Q400turboprop aircraft in the coming months to support its growing route network. The additional capacity will help the airline meet increasing demand across both domestic and regional African routes.
Jambojet, the low-cost subsidiary of Kenya Airways, has announced the acquisition of its ninth aircraft, a De Havilland Canada Q400 turboprop, which is expected to arrive within the next week. This addition reinforces the airline’s strategy to expand and strengthen its domestic and regional presence in East Africa.
Auric Air, a Tanzanian regional carrier, has expanded its fleet through the wet lease of two DHC8-100 turboprop aircraft from ALS Kenya for operations during the summer 2025 season. The aircraft, bearing serial numbers 105 and 179, will bolster Auric Air’s capacity to serve remote and regional destinations, particularly those with shorter runways or limited ground infrastructure.
Manta Air (Maldives) has added a DHC6-300 aircraft, serial 440, to its fleet, bolstering its domestic and regional operations. This aircraft is equipped with PT6A-27 engines, renowned for their durability and performance in challenging operational environments.
QantasLink, the regional arm of Qantas, has expanded its turboprop fleet with the addition of a De Havilland Canada Q400, serial number 4460. The aircraft is operated by Sunstate Airlines, a wholly owned Qantas subsidiary, and is equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW150A engines.
Croatia Airlines has initiated the gradual retirement of its De Havilland Canada Q400 turboprop fleet, targeting a complete phase-out by 2027. As part of this strategy, the airline confirmed that two aircraft — serial numbers 4205 and 4211 — exited its active fleet earlier in 2025, marking the start of a long-planned transition to a fully jet-powered fleet.
Skytrans, a regional carrier based in Australia, has taken delivery of a De Havilland Canada DHC8-200, identified by serial number 430. The turboprop aircraft is powered by PW123C engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney Canada, supporting the airline’s expansion across underserved routes in northern and remote parts of the country.
Colombian regional carrier Satena has taken delivery of its second De Havilland Canada DHC6-400, as part of a broader plan to add six aircraft throughout 2025. The airline anticipates operating a total of eight DHC6 aircraft by 2026.
National Jet Express, a regional airline based in Australia, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Q400, serial 4246, on lease and powered by Pratt & Whitney PW150A engines. This delivery supports the airline’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and operational efficiency.
QantasLink (Australia) has received the first of its planned 14 Q400 turboprop aircraft, marking a significant milestone in its fleet expansion strategy. The aircraft, with serial 4447, previously served WestJet Encore and has been transitioned to QantasLink to enhance its regional connectivity and operational efficiency.
