TrueNoord has delivered a brand new ATR 42-600 to Afrijet Business Services, operating as FlyGabon, as part of a long-term lease. The aircraft is also the first in TrueNoord’s fleet to be equipped with Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127XT engines, which increases cost savings for operators while providing environmental benefits, such as lower fuel consumption and decreased CO2 emissions.
“This versatile aircraft will mainly fly domestic routes within Gabon, and it has the ability to serve remote destinations,” said Marc Gaffajoli, Chairman of the Board at Afrijet Business Service. “Thanks to the delivery of this aircraft, Afrijet Business Service now has the youngest ATR-600 series fleet in Africa. It is the most modern and fuel-efficient turboprop currently in production and we have worked very closely with the team at TrueNoord to streamline our fleet with this tailored financing solution and swift execution. We have built a great relationship.”
“Our commitment to finding financial solutions that underpin airlines’ growth ambitions in Africa is robust,” commented Maarten Grift, Sales Director – Africa, Middle East & CIS, TrueNoord. “Leasing this latest technology, fuel-efficient turboprop to Afrijet Business Service is part of our strategy to support the continuous improvement of the regional fleet operating in Africa.”
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