French regional turboprop specialist ATR has been awarded an order for two new ATR42-600 aircraft by Maldavian Airlines.
The national airline of the Maldives will use the new more efficient aircraft to replace older generation aircraft and will join its existing two ATR72-600 and one ATR42-600 aircraft already in its fleet.
Powered by the new PW127XT engines and equipped with a spaciousccabin, the new ATRs will allow Maldivian to ffer further reliable and affordable connectivity to the archipelago’s communities and businesses, contributing to the Maldives’ economic dynamism whilst lowering emissions
Mohamed Mihad, Managing Director of Maldivian, stated: “We introduced our first two ATR aircraft into our fleet in January 2023, and our passengers already praise the comfort and modernity of their cabin, as well as the reliability of the services we are providing. As the benchmark in regional aviation, both in terms of financial efficiency and CO2 emissions, the ATR -600 series represents a valuable asset for us to achieve responsible growth while providing quick access to essential services and preserving destinations for the archipelago’s residents and tourists.”
“To modernise its fleet and sustain the vital connections it is offering its communities, Maldivian has, yet again, chosen to invest in the lowest-emission regional aircraft on the market and the proven benchmark in terms of operating economics. Having a mixed fleet of both ATR 42-600 and 72-600 will offer Maldivian flexibility, reliability, comfort, and profitability on the smallest routes. Maldivian’s passengers will benefit from state-of-the-art aircraft, providing responsible and affordable connectivity for many years to come” added Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, Chief Executive Officer of ATR.
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