interCaribbean Airways, based in the Turks & Caicos, has announced the acquisition of eight Embraer E170 aircraft formerly operated by EgyptAir Express. The transaction is backed by financing from Investec, a UK-based specialist bank and asset manager. In addition to funding the acquisition, Investec is also providing refinancing for five ATRscurrently in interCaribbean’s fleet.
Purolator, Canada’s leading integrated freight and logistics provider, has expanded its dedicated air cargo fleet with the delivery of an ATR72-500F, serial number 707. This turboprop freighter is powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127F engines and is tailored for short-haul express delivery routes across the country.
JSX, the U.S.-based semi-private air carrier, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with ATR for the acquisition of 15 ATR42-600 aircraft, with options for 10 more, signaling a major step into turboprop operations. The first two aircraft are expected to enter service through leasing arrangements by the end of 2025, launching a new operational segment for the company known for its business-class…
ATR, the European regional aircraft manufacturer co-owned by Airbus and Leonardo, has projected a global market demand for approximately 2,600 turboprop aircraft over the next 20 years, spanning until 2045. The breakdown includes 2,100 passenger aircraft and 500 freighters, emphasizing the continuing relevance of turboprops in global aviation—especially for regional connectivity and last-mile logistics.
ATR, the European turboprop aircraft manufacturer jointly owned by Airbus and Leonardo, has reported that it received firm orders for 11 ATR72-600 aircraft from two undisclosed customers during the first half of 2025. This development reflects a sustained interest in regional turboprop aircraft amid rising fuel costs and the increasing demand for efficient and environmentally sustainable air transport solutions.
Air Nostrum, the Spanish regional carrier, has taken delivery of one ATR72-600 turboprop aircraft, expanding its fleet with a focus on regional route optimization and fuel efficiency. The newly delivered aircraft, bearing the manufacturer serial number 1056, has been acquired under a lease agreement, reflecting the airline’s continued investment in flexible and efficient fleet management strategies.
Jetstream Aviation Capital, a U.S.-based regional aircraft lessor, has delivered the first ATR72-600 aircraft to Blue Islands, an airline based in Guernsey. The aircraft, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 1167, is the initial delivery under a multi-aircraft agreement that will see several ATR72-600s joining the Blue Islands fleet over time.
ATR and Pratt & Whitney Canada have unveiled a new partnership aimed at advancing propulsion technologies for future generations of regional turboprop aircraft. Announced during the airshow, the collaboration is expected to focus on developing more efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective propulsion systems, aligning with industry goals for reduced emissions and improved performance in short- to medium-haul aviation.
Azul, one of Brazil’s leading airlines, has announced plans to return six additional aircraft and one engine to their respective lessors as part of its ongoing fleet restructuring strategy. With this latest move, the total number of aircraft that the airline intends to phase out now stands at 17.
Avation, the Singapore-based leasing company, has announced the delivery and sale of a new ATR72-600 to an undisclosed airline in the Caribbean. The transaction resulted in approximately $5 million in net cash proceeds, marking a successful and profitable disposal for the lessor.
