Toulouse, March 31, 2026 (Aviation Press) – Aircraft lessor Abelo has confirmed the conversion of three additional ATR 72-600 options into firm orders, drawn from its 2023 Dubai Airshow agreement with manufacturer ATR.
This move elevates Abelo’s total firm orders to 36 ATR 72-600 turboprops, with nine options and purchase rights remaining available. Deliveries of the newly firmed aircraft are slated for 2027.
The announcement, issued from ATR’s headquarters in Toulouse, underscores the deepening partnership between the Dublin-based lessor and the turboprop producer. Abelo, a specialist in regional aviation leasing, has progressively expanded its orderbook since the 2023 deal, which initially encompassed multiple options.
These ATR 72-600 aircraft feature advanced avionics and fuel-efficient engines, aligning with rising demand for sustainable regional connectivity. Prior deliveries from Abelo’s portfolio include units leased to carriers such as Sky Express in Greece, with the first arriving in January 2024.
The lessor’s strategy positions it to supply next-generation turboprops amid global fleet renewal efforts in the regional sector.