TAROM Orders Three ATR 72-600 Aircraft

(16 Nov 2021)  TAROM, the Romanian national flag carrier and member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, has signed a firm order to acquire three ATR 72-600 as part of a continuation of its fleet modernisation plan which began in 2019.

The deal will also see the airline upscale its ATR 42-500 fleet to the larger 72-seat ATR 72-600 aircraft, offering more capacity and comfort with the latest generation ATR Armonia cabin.

TAROM ATR 72-600 reg: YR-ATM

Catalin Prunariu, TAROM Chief Executive Officer, said, “Having been an ATR pilot, I have witnessed first-hand, the importance of the connectivity that they provide. They are an essential link to communities all over Romania. As a CEO, I also see the value of their efficiency and flexibility. When we began to modernise our fleet, it made perfect sense to choose the ATR and as this mission continues while the world looks to recover from the challenging backdrop of the global pandemic, airlines need to have the most efficient aircraft possible. We are sure that ATR is the right choice, now and for the future.”

According to ATR the 72-600 burns 40% less fuel and therefore emits 40% less CO2 than a regional jet.

Stefano Bortoli, ATR Chief Executive Officer, said, “TAROM’s ongoing fleet modernisation project shows how essential turboprops are for regional connectivity. Its fleet of 42-500 aircraft have proved the viability of domestic routes throughout Romania and delivered valuable connections for local communities. By continuing to grow their fleet with the larger ATR 72-600 TAROM is proving its dedication to their passengers. They will use the new aircraft to offer more routes and more seats, which in turn helps the communities that they serve to grow thanks to these connections. That is the beauty of regional connectivity and we are proud to be a part of it.”

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