ATR
ATR is a French-Italian planemaker that focuses on creating turboprop aircraft. The company was formed as a joint venture of what is now Airbus and Leonardo. As such, it is headquartered in Toulouse alongside Airbus. Featured image: Getty Images
ATR
- Business Type
- Planemaker
- Date Founded
- 1981
- CEO
- Stefano Bortoli
- Headquarters Location
- Toulouse, France
latest
Recreating 'Destroyed' Regional Connectivity: Inside ATR's American Dream
The Franco-Italian regional aircraft manufacturer wants to plug the gap left by the shift from turboprops to regional jets on US routes.
Could Turboprops Make A Comeback In US Airline Service? ATR Thinks So
ATR has a bold plan to revitalize regional air travel in the US.
FedEx Expands Fleet With Worldβs First Converted ATR 72-600 Freighter
ACIA Aero Leasing has signed a definitive agreement to sell the ATR 72-600 converted freighter to FedEx.
16 ATR 72-600s: ATR Wins Largest-Ever African Order For This Brand-New Airline
Deliveries of ATR 72-600s are scheduled between 2026 and 2028.
ATR Studying Mild-Hybrid Engine For Its New Evo Turboprop Coming In 2035
The vision for ATR, through its EVO concept, is to provide society and travelers a more responsible way to travel.
JSX To Become A Rare US ATR Operator With Orders For 15 ATR 42-600s
JSX also has options for another 10 aircraft.
ATR Partners With Pratt & Whitney Canada To Develop Next-Generation Turboprop Engines
The ATR line will soldier on with new engines, with hybrid propulsion also being studied.
End Of An Era: Another US Airline Ceases Operations
The news brings an end to an operational spell of more than 13 years.
FedEx Delays MD-11 Retirement To 2032 & Orders 8 Boeing 777Fs
FedEx anticipates the delivery of the first three Boeing 777 freighters in 2026, while the remaining order is expected to arrive by the end of 2027.
Over 3 Hours: The World's 10 Longest ATR Flights
While such flights appeal to enthusiasts, the idea of spending so long on a turboprop might not be everyone's idea of fun.
Which Airlines Operate The Most ATR-72 Aircraft?
The popular turboprop is operated by carriers located all over the world.
ATR Leads Regional Aircraft With Orders From Abelo And Air Cambodia
ATR is pushing ahead in the regional market, gathering orders from lessors and airlines alike.
Fiji Airways Adds Two New ATR 72-600s For South Pacific Routes
Inter-island and regional connectivity is vital in Fiji, and the national airline has added two new ATR 72-600s to boost capacity.
A Year Of Uncommon & Fatal Incidents: Is Aviation Still Safe?
An analysis of the safety trends in commercial aviation to put to bed the question of whether aviation is still safe.
Air New Zealand Takes Delivery Of Newest ATR 72-600
Configured with up to 68 economy class seats, the aircraft will support Air New Zealand's regional operations.
Is The ATR 72 A Safe Aircraft?
The ATR 72 is a popular choice for regional flight operations.
Throwback: 5 Propeller-Driven Aircraft Flown By Delta Air Lines In The 20th Century
Believe it or not, the airline was an avid fan of the propeller, even after the jet age.
Dash 8 Vs ATR 42/72: 5 Differences Between The Popular Turboprop Families
These aircraft can be lifelike to smaller communities and connect the regions to larger airline hubs.
ATR Cancels STOL Program To Focus On Core Aircraft As More Airports Get Longer Runways
ATR said that it aims to improve its market share in North America, including the United States.
