Air Tahiti continues fleet renewal ordering four ATR 72-600s
July 25, 2024
Regional aircraft manufacturer ATR welcomed an order for four ATR 72-600s from Tahiti-based carrier, Air Tahiti on Wednesday 24 July. Deliveries of the aircraft are expected between 2025 and 2028.
The aircraft purchase was complemented by an eight-year Global Maintenance Agreement (GMA).
An ATR customer for nearly 40 years, Air Tahiti currently operates a fleet of 11 aircraft including nine ATR 72-600 and two ATR 42-600s to provide essential connectivity to the communities in Tahiti and its islands.
“Air Tahiti has been a cornerstone in Tahiti and its islands for more than 65 years, facilitating not just travel but a better quality of life. The ATR fleet has been pivotal in these efforts and it will continue to enable us to offer reliable and responsible connectivity,” said Edouard Wong Fat, Air Tahiti’s chief executive officer.
With ATR’s new-generation turboprops emitting 45% less CO2 compared to similar-size regional jets, the aircraft will boost Air Tahiti’s decarbonisation goals while addressing both flight frequency and capacity to further enhance its service offering and passenger experience.
Commenting on the vital role air services play in providing connectivity across French Polynesia, Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, ATR’s chief executive officer, said: “This region, with the shortest and one of the longest ATR flights between islands, highlights the importance of our mission. At ATR we focus on supporting affordable regional mobility while aligning with sustainability goals.”
The GMA, ATR’s flagship pay-by-the-hour maintenance package, which has been renewed by Air Tahiti for eight years will provide repair, overhaul and pooling services of Line Replaceable Units.
