Toulouse, March 31, 2026 – Regional turboprop lessor Abelo has confirmed three additional ATR 72-600 options, stemming from an agreement signed with ATR during the 2023 Dubai Airshow. This order reinforces the lessor’s commitment to more modern and efficient regional aviation and highlights the strong partnership established between Abelo and ATR.

With these three additional options now exercised, the total number of firm aircraft ordered by Abelo to date rises to 36; the lessor also retains nine options and purchase rights. Deliveries are scheduled for 2027, further expanding Abelo’s portfolio and supporting its mission to provide sustainable and cost-effective connectivity solutions.

Abelo is experiencing strong success in placing aircraft from its order book, with one-third of all its firm commitments already placed or delivered. The company is also expanding its international presence through partnerships with airlines such as SKY Express, Aegean (Greece), and SATENA (Colombia). Earlier this year, Abelo also delivered two new ATR turboprops to Ethiopian Airlines.

Steve Gorman, Chief Executive Officer of Abelo, said: “Our decision to confirm these additional ATR 72-600 aircraft reflects our confidence in the ATR product and its relevance for regional operators worldwide. These aircraft will allow us to continue offering our airline partners the most efficient and environmentally responsible solutions, while maintaining highly strategic delivery slots over the next three years.”

Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, Chief Executive Officer of ATR, added: “Abelo’s decision to further expand its ATR fleet demonstrates the strength of our partnership and our shared commitment to providing regional airlines with modern and high-performing turboprops. As a lessor with a strong presence across diverse markets, Abelo offers airlines flexible solutions to operate new ATR aircraft. Their renewed confidence supports our ambition: to deliver responsible and affordable connectivity to communities around the world.”

About Abelo

Abelo is an Ireland-based regional aircraft leasing platform specializing in turboprops designed to connect communities and businesses in an economically and environmentally responsible way. Its primary mission is to accelerate the transition from older aircraft to the most advanced and lowest-emission technologies. The company firmly believes that turboprops are the answer to this environmental challenge.

Abelo is backed by funds managed by Cerberus Capital Management, a global alternative investment firm. This strategic partnership aims to further support investments in the turboprop sector at a time when leasing activities and ESG considerations are undergoing major transformation.

About ATR

ATR is the world’s leading manufacturer of regional aircraft. Its ATR 42 and 72 are the best-selling aircraft in the sub-90-seat market worldwide. The company’s vision is to improve sustainable connectivity for people, communities, and businesses, particularly in the most remote regions. Operated by around 200 airlines in more than 100 countries, ATR aircraft open an average of 120 new routes each year, supporting regional development and enabling access to essential services such as healthcare and education. Thanks to ATR’s continuous innovation policy and the inherent efficiency of turboprops, ATR aircraft are the most advanced, versatile, cost-effective, and efficient regional aircraft on the market, emitting 45% less CO₂ than similarly sized regional jets. In January 2022, ATR performed the first-ever flight powered by 100% SAF in both engines of a commercial aircraft. ATR is a 50-50 joint venture between Airbus and Leonardo.

Source: Lessor Abelo