Greek airline SKY express has expanded its regional fleet with the arrival of the first of two additional ATR 72-600 aircraft in December 2023.
The additional aircraft are part of the Heraklion-based airline’s plans to grow its regional fleet from six to eight ATR 72-600s and six ATR -500s, making a total of 14 ATR aircraft. The Cretan airline also plans further fleet modernisation in 2024.
“As we continue to grow our regional fleet, we are delighted to operate the youngest ATR fleet in the region, and we have commitments for further fleet standardisation and improvement early in Q1 2024,” said Captain Konstantinos Iliakis, Chief Executive Officer, SKY express. “We are offering our passengers comfort and reliability whilst reducing CO2 emissions and supporting the Greek tourism and economy.
“An important example of the priority SKY express gives to the environment is our choice to connect the Greek islands and the main Greek destinations in a modern and sustainable way with our fleet of ATR 72-600,” added Iliakis, “emitting 45% less CO2 emissions than regional jets, a choice that offers more travel options to/from those regional local communities.”
“SKY express is, once again, placing its confidence in ATR for the extension of its fleet, investing in the most fuel-efficient, versatile and cost-effective regional aircraft to open up new opportunities for Greek communities and tourists alike,” said Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, Chief Executive Officer of ATR. “SKY express’ growth also illustrates the dynamism of the regional market, continuous success of ATR in Europe, and a shared commitment to sustaining essential connectivity whilst tangibly reducing emissions.”
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