Regional aircraft lessor TrueNoord has delivered an OEM-refurbished De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 to Nexus Airlines, marking the fourth TrueNoord aircraft in the Australian carrier’s fleet. The turboprop entered service immediately on a long-term operating lease, supporting Nexus’s regional operations across Western Australia.
The aircraft underwent refurbishment at De Havilland Canada’s Calgary facilities under the manufacturer’s OEM Refurbished Programme. This initiative provides operators with aircraft combining the reliability of new-production models and tailored upgrades to meet specific requirements, including airframe life extensions and performance enhancements suited to hot, demanding conditions.
The Dash 8-400 offers strong fuel efficiency and reliable performance, making it ideal for Nexus’s network serving remote Western Australian communities. Michael McConachy, Managing Director of Nexus Airlines, stated, “This acquisition marks an important milestone in our fleet strategy. With the support of TrueNoord and De Havilland Canada, we are strengthening our commitment to providing reliable, community-focused air services in Western Australia with world-class aircraft.”
Carst Lindeboom, TrueNoord’s Sales Director Asia Pacific, noted the delivery solidifies the partnership and enables efficient regional connectivity. Ryan DeBrusk, De Havilland Canada’s Vice President Sales & Marketing, added, “Our OEM Refurbished Programme delivers high-quality aircraft designed to meet the needs of growing regional operations, while providing exceptional value, performance, and reliability.”
The programme, launched in July 2024, follows De Havilland’s successful CL-215 refurbishments and supports Nexus’s fleet expansion strategy.