TRIP Linhas Aéreas reported the acquisition of 18 new ATR 72-600, plus options for 22 additional ones. 9 ATR 72-600 will be directly ordered to the French-Italian manufacturer. In addition to this contract with ATR, TRIP will lease 9 ATR 72-600 with the lessors ALC (Air Lease Corporation) and GECAS. The first aircraft of this new model -600 will enter into service in October this year. With the entry into service of the 18 firm ATR 72-600s, TRIP will become the largest ATR operator. The aircraft will be equipped with the newest technological developments of the ATR -600 series aircraft, including a new “glass cockpit” avionics suite and redesigned cabin interiors. The new ATR -600 series “Armonia” cabin, is equipped with thinner and lighter seats, and larger overhead bins. It will be configured for 68 passengers.
These 18 ATR 72-600 will enable TRIP Linhas Aéreas to expand its domestic network to new destinations, as well as to add seat capacity and more frequencies in routes where demand is growing. The performance of these aircraft on short runways will allow the access to the most restricted airports in Brazil. This new acquisition consolidates the pioneer and innovative choice of a mix fleet of ATR turboprops and Embraer regional jets.
